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Returning to work does not automatically end VA benefits based on individual unemployability.
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October 8, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Returning to work does not automatically end VA benefits based on individual unemployability.
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One good day at your C&P exam may not reflect lasting improvement in your daily life.
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October 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM
One good day at your C&P exam may not reflect lasting improvement in your daily life.
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Saying “I’m fine” at your C&P exam may leave important symptoms and limitations out of your report.
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October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Saying “I’m fine” at your C&P exam may leave important symptoms and limitations out of your report.
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Your C&P examiner writes a report, but a VA rater decides your disability claim.
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October 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Your C&P examiner writes a report, but a VA rater decides your disability claim.
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At your C&P exam, explain your history and limitations honestly, including your worst days, without exaggerating.
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September 30, 2026 at 2:14 AM
At your C&P exam, explain your history and limitations honestly, including your worst days, without exaggerating.
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Your C&P exam documents symptom frequency, severity, and limitations used to evaluate your VA disability rating.
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September 30, 2026 at 1:45 AM
Your C&P exam documents symptom frequency, severity, and limitations used to evaluate your VA disability rating.
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Establishing hypertension service connection can help veterans claim future complications as secondary conditions related to service.
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September 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Establishing hypertension service connection can help veterans claim future complications as secondary conditions related to service.
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Controlled blood pressure does not necessarily disqualify veterans; continuous medication and qualifying history may support a VA hypertension rating.
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September 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Controlled blood pressure does not necessarily disqualify veterans; continuous medication and qualifying history may support a VA hypertension rating.
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Veterans may establish secondary service connection for hypertension when medical evidence links it to an existing service-connected condition.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Veterans may establish secondary service connection for hypertension when medical evidence links it to an existing service-connected condition.
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The PACT Act provides presumptive hypertension coverage for qualifying Agent Orange exposure, while alternative claims require supporting evidence.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The PACT Act provides presumptive hypertension coverage for qualifying Agent Orange exposure, while alternative claims require supporting evidence.
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VA hypertension claims may qualify through presumptive herbicide exposure or secondary service connection to existing disabilities.
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September 15, 2026 at 8:41 PM
VA hypertension claims may qualify through presumptive herbicide exposure or secondary service connection to existing disabilities.
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Document functional limitations in work, relationships, and daily activities to strengthen your VA mental health claim.
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September 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Document functional limitations in work, relationships, and daily activities to strengthen your VA mental health claim.
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The VA’s proposed rule could change mental health ratings by emphasizing functional impairment over symptoms.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The VA’s proposed rule could change mental health ratings by emphasizing functional impairment over symptoms.
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The VA has proposed removing the zero percent rating for service-connected mental health conditions entirely.
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September 10, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The VA has proposed removing the zero percent rating for service-connected mental health conditions entirely.
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The VA’s proposed system would assess mental health across five functional areas instead of symptom checklists alone.
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September 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The VA’s proposed system would assess mental health across five functional areas instead of symptom checklists alone.
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VA proposes eliminating 0% mental health ratings and allowing higher evaluations.
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September 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
VA proposes eliminating 0% mental health ratings and allowing higher evaluations.
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When you've claimed every condition you can substantiate and your combined rating still falls short of 100%, the VA's math isn't broken.
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September 7, 2026 at 8:01 PM
When you've claimed every condition you can substantiate and your combined rating still falls short of 100%, the VA's math isn't broken.
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Adding more disabilities does not always mean your VA percentage will rise.
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September 4, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Adding more disabilities does not always mean your VA percentage will rise.
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If you’re trying to increase your VA disability rating, the goal shouldn’t be filing claims just to add more percentages.
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September 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM
If you’re trying to increase your VA disability rating, the goal shouldn’t be filing claims just to add more percentages.
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VA disability evaluations use a combined ratings formula, not simple addition.
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September 2, 2026 at 5:43 PM
VA disability evaluations use a combined ratings formula, not simple addition.
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If you have multiple service connected conditions, the VA uses a combined ratings formula to determine your overall evaluation.
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September 1, 2026 at 8:50 PM
If you have multiple service connected conditions, the VA uses a combined ratings formula to determine your overall evaluation.
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VA decisions come with important deadlines, and the review option you choose can affect how your case moves forward.
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August 31, 2026 at 8:44 PM
VA decisions come with important deadlines, and the review option you choose can affect how your case moves forward.
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Your VA appeal can go to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, but which docket you choose matters.
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August 31, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Your VA appeal can go to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, but which docket you choose matters.
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A Higher-Level Review allows you to ask the VA to have a more senior reviewer take another look at the decision.
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August 30, 2026 at 3:38 AM
A Higher-Level Review allows you to ask the VA to have a more senior reviewer take another look at the decision.
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If you have new and relevant evidence that could support your claim, you may be able to ask the VA to review the decision again.
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August 28, 2026 at 5:52 PM
If you have new and relevant evidence that could support your claim, you may be able to ask the VA to review the decision again.
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