How to Apply for VA Disability Compensation – Beginning the Process
The process to apply for disability compensation from the Veterans Administration (VA) is complicated and it takes time.
- It can take two to three months for the VA to acknowledge receipt of your application.
- It takes another three to four months on average to get a decision on your claim.
What to expect from Alpha
- We help you gather all necessary paperwork required to develop your case.
- We give you straight answers on the type of evidence you should put together for your case.
- We submit your claim to the VA.
Acknowledgement of Your Claim
- The VA will send you a Veterans Claims Assistance Act (VCAA) letter that acknowledges receipt of your claim.
- The letter will notify you of:
- Medical exams you must be present for to verify your condition.
- Additional medical evidence required to support your case.
The Alpha team will assist you in completing these requests.
The VA Reviews Your Claim
A VA Regional Office (RO) reviews all documentation. They will:
- Verify and consider in context the circumstances of your military service.
- Consider all medical and personal statements.
- Review medical opinions.
The Rating Decision
Assuming that all exams and requested evidence has been satisfied, you can expect a decision on your case, on average, in six to seven months after submittal. They may:
- Grant a fully favorable decision
- Partially approve your claim
- Deny your claim
If you receive a fully favorable decision, pay attention to the effective date of the award and the percentage of disability assigned. You may disagree with the decision. If you believe the decision is not fully favorable, or if the claim is denied, you should consider an appeal.
You have the option to appeal within one year of the VA’s decision. Get expert advice on your options from the Alpha team. We will help you appeal for more.
Contact us to get started on your claim.
Note: All representation coordinated by Alpha is provided by our employees, the Advocates, who are accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). No private organization that trains and employs accredited agents has been legally recognized by the VA for the purposes of preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims. This work must be done by the Advocates themselves and not organizations.
12 comments on “How to Apply for VA Disability Compensation”
I just found your website. I have applied for your help. Any and all is appreciated. Thank God for you. Help me if you can. God bless.
I have been trying to find out if I qualify for VA. benefits. I am 62 years old and served in Vietnam from Feb. 1970-71. I am presently undergoing cancer treatment for the Tongue and Nympnode on the right side of my neck and throat. I also was diagnosed with swollen prostates about 6 months ago but was treated for this and so far I have not had any other problems but this could occur again in the future. I was wondering if you could give me some advice or make some kind of recommendation to me in order to let me know what I may do for further help. I am presently unemployed and drawing long term Disability for my cancer condition. Do I qualify for VA benefits also and Do I have to pay any Taxes on this money should I be able to collect VA benefits?
Gene,
If we can establish a connection to your medical condition and military service you could get VA compensation. The best thing to do is call us at 877.611.7724 to talk to an Alpha advocate. If you are entitled to benefits, we can help you get them.
WAS STATIONED IN LEJUNE IN1980THRU 1983.WAS ALSO STATIONED IN PENDLETON 1986 THRU 1990. HOW CAN I APPLY FOR BENIFITS
Ramiro,
Call Alpha at 877-611-7724 and a representative will assist you. Good luck!
I would like to submit a dis-agreement letter to a claim decision I received Oct. 2012. I don’t have the mind set..help.
Joe,
Alpha may be able to assist you. I would recommend calling Alpha and speaking to one of our Eligibility Consultants. They will ask you a few questions about your time in the services and determine your eligibility for additional VA Benefits. I hope you will give us a call at (877) 611-7724. Good luck.
I am a type 1 diabetic, have high blood pressure, and sleep abnia along
iwht my right leg gives out at any time causing me to fall at times. I need
help applying for Veterans disability. I was in the United States Army
over 20 years.
David,
Alpha may be able to assist you. I would recommend speaking to one of our Eligibility Consultants. They will ask you a few questions about your time in the services and determine your eligibility for VA Benefits. I hope you will give us a call at (877) 611-7724.
I am a type 2 insulin dependent, with high blood pressure and have been feeling extreme nerve tingling on right side leg and foot and at times both of my feet hurt when standing long periods of times… I need info and help to apply. Was in the Marine Corps 1984 to 1988
Gregory,
Alpha may be able to assist you. I recommend speaking with one of our Eligibile Consultants. They will ask you a few questions about your time in the services and determine your eligibility for VA Benefits. I hope you will give them a call at (877) 611-7724. Good luck!
I am a Desert Storm Veteran who served with Alpha Company 1/2 2nd Mar Div at Camp Lejeune, NC. After the Gulf War , I left the Marine Corps in 1993 and had an appointment with VA concerning a sleeping disorder. The VA personnel that evaluated me told me at the time she didn’t see any problem with my sleeping condition. When I first gotten home after the war I could not sleep in my bed and would always found my self wondering out side in which I was accustom to when I was in the desert of Saudi Arabia. Being a Squad leader / Platoon Sergeant I had to walk the line around this time to check up on my marines in the foxholes. This really stick with me even when I was totally out of the corps. Yes, I believed something was definitely wrong with me and brought it to the VA’s attention but I guess they think I was trying to get money out of the government. Until this day I still have this sleeping disorder and it wasn’t always like this. Although I did not participate in any combat action but just being there can affect everyone one differently.