Veterans Careers

Understanding VA Disability Benefits: A Comprehensive Overview for Veterans The Veterans Benefits Administration provided more than $112 billion in disability benefits to approximately 5.4 million veterans and their families in fiscal year 2022, representing one

PTSD DBQ: What Veterans Should Know About Disability Benefits Questionnaires  The PTSD Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) represents a critical piece of medical evidence in VA disability evaluations. Approximately 7% of veterans develop PTSD at some

VA Form 21-526EZ: Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits Many veterans encounter VA Form 21-526EZ when working with the VA disability system. The VA asks veterans to complete this form when applying for

What You Need to Know About VA Hearing Loss Ratings Per the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), hearing loss ratings are determined through a detailed evaluation process outlined in 38 CFR § 4.85. War is

VA Rating for Depression: What Many Veterans Wish They Knew About VA Evaluation If you’re reading this, chances are you’re dealing with depression related to your military service. You are not alone. Way too many

VA Form 21-0781: The Statement That Supports Mental Health Claims Like PTSD Some wounds don’t show up on an X-ray. Your service demanded strength under pressure, and the experiences that came with it can leave

Over 2.9 million veterans receive disability benefits for tinnitus, making it the most common disability among veterans according to Hill & Ponton. The VA evaluates tinnitus differently than most other disabilities, and these differences shape

Many veterans experience chronic sinus problems that began or worsened during military service. Understanding how the VA rating for sinusitis works allows veterans to recognize what medical documentation the VA reviews when evaluating these claims.

When examining VA nexus letter examples, patterns emerge in how qualified healthcare providers structure medical opinions for service connection claims. These examples reveal the components, language, and medical rationale that distinguish comprehensive medical opinions from

Establishing service connection is one of the most critical—and often challenging—aspects of VA disability claims. While many veterans have clear diagnoses of their current medical conditions, proving that these conditions resulted from military service can

Migraine headaches can be extremely debilitating, often disrupting daily activities and affecting overall quality of life. For veterans, migraines may develop as a result of service-related factors such as stress, injury, or environmental exposure. The

Navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability system can feel complex, particularly for conditions such as insomnia. This guide explains how the VA evaluates insomnia, what medical evidence is typically reviewed, and how the