The caregivers program provides benefits to caregivers caring for post 9/11 veterans and, as of 2020, Vietnam-era veterans. VA benefits for
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VA Hearings Explained
One of the courtesies that the VA offers veterans and claimants for VA benefits is the opportunity to appear before a Rating Officer to “plead” his or
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VA Disability Ratings for GERD Explained
This post will outline the basics of GERD and how service-connection VA disability benefits may be possible under the VA schedule of ratings, despite
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Temporary Total VA Rating of 100%
There are a few special cases in which the VA will provide a 100% rating for service-connected disabilities that do not otherwise meet the criteria
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COPD and the Gulf War
Along with PTSD, medical issues like Gulf War Syndrome and COPD are marching up the ranks in prevalence today. Gulf War Syndrome, a medically
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COPD and Welding Fumes
It is surprising how much controversy can exist over medical issues. Take COPD, for example. COPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, an
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VA Disability for Agent Orange Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of male cancer-related deaths in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, about
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VA Automobile & Adaptive Allowance (2023)
VA Automobile Allowance 2023: What Veterans Should Know Most veterans know about benefits they can receive through the United States Department of
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The VA’s Ratings for Diabetes – Explained
Diabetes Mellitus is a condition that runs rampant among the veteran population. Of those particularly affected is the Vietnam Era community. As these
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Agent Orange Esophageal Cancer and Barrett’s Esophagus
Barrett’s esophagus is a more serious complication of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and often develops as an advanced stage of erosive
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Korean Vets Agent Orange Exposure
For veterans who served in the Vietnam era, “Agent Orange” and “herbicides” are terms that they are very familiar with. As Agent Orange cases began
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The Fiduciary Process – What Actually Happens
There are many veterans and/or beneficiaries who are unable to manage their VA benefits. The VA has a Fiduciary Program to protect these
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