Generally speaking, service connection is the way that VA recognizes that a disability is related to a veteran’s military service in some way. Once service connection is granted, then a veteran is eligible to…
Following the exam, the IME doctor must then generate a report with their findings. If the report finds the need for surgery is…
Conducting an independent medical examination does not establish a typical doctor/therapist-patient relationship as exists when a clinician treats a patient…
An independent medical examination is a medical evaluation performed by a medical professional on a patient who was not previously…
During the examination, the doctor will likely start out by asking you how your injury happened, what your relevant medical history is, and…
The Department of Veterans Affairs’ rating system is based on how severe your disability is and how it impacts your earning capacity.…
The amount of compensation is based on the disability rating percentage. Once the Department of Veterans Affairs makes the decision that your…
Yes, it does. Even if you can prove that you have a service-connected disability you will not receive compensation for the disability if you have…
Yes. To be eligible for most veterans benefits and programs you must have been discharged or released from military service under conditions other…
No. You can still file a claim for service-connected disability compensation even though you did not serve on active duty during a period…