How can I establish that my disability is service-connected?
To qualify for a service-connected disability rating, your claim must meet one of the five criteria which is referenced in 38 U.S.C. 101 (16).
What is the recent Agent Orange Ruling for Air Force Service Members and Reservist?
For years Air Force Veterans and Reservist have claimed Agent Orange exposure. Finally, on 6/18/2015 VA Secretary Robert McDonald made the decision
United Spinal’s VetsFirst Pushes Education Reform for Vets
United Spinal Association’s VetsFirst program today announced its support for the Military and Veterans Education Protection Act.
What Form Do I Need For A VA Disability Comp Claim For Diabetes
If you are filing your VA disability compensation claim using private health care options, you can use a DBQ form, Disability Benefits Questionnaire, to evaluate your disability. To file a VA disability compensation claim for diabetes mellitus you need
Does The Va Provide Benefits For Artificial Insemination?
Does the VA Health System provide benefits for artificial insemination, or any part of the process or procedure? When medically indicated by VHA, VA benefits provide diagnostic and treatment services for infertility to female and male Veterans. These services
Can The Son Of A Veteran Be Buried In A National Cemetery?
Can the unmarried son of a Veteran be buried with the Veteran and Spouse in one of the 131 National Cemeteries? Under certain conditions the VA allows for the interment of the unmarried son of a Veteran to be
What is the VA 2015 “intent to file” process?
The purpose of the new VA intent to file process is to protect the earliest possible date for any award of benefits or increased benefits resulting from your claim.
Can a Reservists and National Guard Members receive VA Disability Compensation?
Yes, Reservists and National Guard Members can and do receive VA Disability Compensation with no regard to the percentage of their disability rating.
United Spinal Appoints Ross Meglathery as Director of VetsFirst
United Spinal Association recently announced the appointment of Ross Meglathery as the new director of VetsFirst
VetsFirst Q&A: How does a veteran with PTSD obtain a service dog?
Question: How does a veteran with PTSD obtain a service dog? Answer: VA does not provide service dogs for physical or mental health conditions, including PTSD. VA does provide veterinary care for service dogs that are deemed medically necessary