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.
Veterans can now access key VA letters and notices online, including documents outlining the evidence needed to support disability claims, through VA.gov.
VA recently enhanced the Claim Status Tool to improve your digital, self-service experience. The tool now shows a breakdown of the eight-step disability claims process, making it easier to understand where your claim currently is
Now that the national emergency declaration has ended, VA will no longer delay claims due to COVID-19 concerns.
Northern Arizona VA provides services to about 34,000 Veterans, including Native Americans, over more than 65,000 square miles.
The focus of the stand down was to address the needs of the regions’ homeless Veteran population.
Staff from VA were on hand to support Veterans and their families throughout the 3-day SVA "NatCon" event.
Active-duty service members transitioning out of the military and filing a VA claim for disability benefits will soon find less redundancy in health assessment exams.
VA will host a Veterans Day Virtual Outreach Symposium Nov. 9. Join us for this free event featuring presentations, resources and the opportunity to ask your questions live.
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Veterans filing disability claims may feel a sense of relief when they submit their claim but still have lingering questions about what comes next in the claims process.