Dr. David Fletcher talks to ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander about nexus letters A nexus letter is a detailed medical statement written by a qualified healthcare professional that connects a ...

The VA is processing claims faster than ever. The backlog is the lowest it's been in years. And your 2024 medical records are ...

Secondary conditions are disabilities caused by conditions the Department of Veterans Affairs already recognizes as service ...

When a service-connected condition causes or worsens another medical issue, veterans may be eligible to file secondary VA claims. A primary claim establishes the direct connection between a disability ...

"Independent medical documentation is a legitimate and lawful component of the VA disability process, but it is also one of the most misunderstood," said Ryan Hawley, Founder and CEO of Shield of Odin ...

Applying for a VA disability rating can be a difficult, confusing, and arduous process that can feel overwhelming even for the most prepared veterans. The maze of forms, deadlines, and medical ...

A significant number of people enter military service in their late teens or early twenties. Many enter military life young, at a time when physical setbacks or soreness can feel temporary, manageable ...