Category: DBQ
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PTSD VA Rating Criteria and How to Qualify for Benefits
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common service-connected VA disabilities among veterans. It can develop from exposure to trauma, combat stress, or life-threatening experiences during military service—and for many veterans, the effects last long after discharge. The VA assigns PTSD ratings from 0% to 100% based on how severely symptoms affect work,…
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What to Know if Your VA Claim was Denied for Not Being Service Connected
Receiving a denial letter stating that your VA claim has been denied because your condition is not service connected can feel like a frustrating setback. However, it’s often a matter of missing or insufficient medical evidence. When the VA denies a claim because the condition isn’t linked to service, they’re telling you the medical proof wasn’t strong enough to establish service connection. Understanding the critical role of…
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What is a VA DBQ?
A disability benefits questionnaire, or DBQ, is one of the most valuable tools you can use to strengthen your VA disability claim. It’s designed to provide the VA with a clear, standardized snapshot of your medical condition, directly from a licensed healthcare provider. A DBQ makes the VA’s review process smoother and faster by providing detailed, structured medical…