• VA celebrates five years of appeals modernization

    The AMA allows Veterans to decide which method of claim decision review is best for them, depending on the circumstances of their claim.

  • CHAMPVA: Simplify pharmacy claims

    The easiest way to get reimbursed for your prescriptions is to let the pharmacy electronically file your claim.

  • VA enhances claim status tool for improved Veteran experience

    VA’s Claim Status Tool allows Veterans to quickly view the status of their VA claim, decision review, or appeal online through VA.gov. It's now better than ever.

  • How to identify predatory practices

    “Do you know how to identify a VA claim predator?”

  • Finish your benefits claims within one year to be eligible for the most backdated benefits

    If you weren’t ready to file a claim for VA benefits related to the PACT Act last fall, but did submit an intent to file (ITF) on or before Aug. 14, 2023, you still have time to file your claim. To protect the earliest potential effective date, you must file your claim within one year of the date that you filed your ITF. 

  • How to avoid DBQ fraud scams

    VA wants to ensure Veterans, including those who choose to have their private health care provider complete a DBQ, are appropriately equipped with the information they need to submit DBQs successfully.

  • Modernizing the disability claims process

    When a Veteran files a clam for VA benefits, there are several administrative actions needed before a decision can be made, such as gathering medical records and military service records. VA is automating many of these administrative tasks, allowing claims processors to focus on more complex and analytical duties. These improvements result in reduced processing times and faster decisions on claims to Veterans and their families.

  • 2023: End-of-year Veteran benefits update

    Veterans have applied for benefits at record rates over the past year. As a result of your applications, VA has been able to deliver more earned benefits to more Veterans than ever before, including $150 billion during 2023 alone.

  • Veteran travel 101: Applying for travel reimbursement

    You may be eligible for travel reimbursement if you pay expenses to and from your appointment. Learn if you’re eligible and how to file a claim.

  • What can VA disability compensation do for you?

    Many Veterans may not be aware of life-changing benefits they’ve […]

  • Veterans can now file supplemental claims online

    VA has launched a new online tool to help Veterans file supplemental claims. The new tool, which is available on the VA.gov website, makes it easier for Veterans to file claims and receive the benefits they deserve.

  • The Veterans Experience Office (VEO) offers support and tools for Veteran events

    The National Association of County Veteran Service Officers (NACVSO) partnered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs to host their first-ever NACVSO VA Claims Clinic during the organization’s annual conference in Denver, Colorado. The claims clinic boasted 500 CVSOs, representatives from VA benefits and healthcare, memorial specialists, loan experts, and state Veteran-serving partners – all working together to assist the over 800 participants who attended the event. This claims clinic was especially helpful as they hosted onsite examinations for VA compensation & pension claims, completing over 430 exams during the clinic.