Getting your VA disability claim approved is a big win. But after that, many veterans look at their rating and feel like it doesn’t show how serious their health problems are. And sometimes, that rating just isn’t right.
The good news? You’re not stuck with it forever. That rating can be changed. There are a few simple ways to increase your VA rating and make sure your veterans’ disability benefits match what you’re truly going through.
- One common way people take is filing an appeal. Sometimes, the VA doesn’t fully understand how serious your condition is. They might have missed some important details. You can send in more medical records or get a doctor’s opinion to help explain your situation better.
- Another thing many people don’t know about is a secondary condition. These are the extra health issues that sneak in because of your original service-connected injury. Like, if your knee’s been messed up from your time in the service, and over time, it’s throwing off your back. That back pain is also included. You just must link it properly.
- You can request a VA reevaluation. You might be dealing with symptoms now that you weren’t before. If that’s the case, it’s worth going back to the VA. Update your medical records, go through another C&P exam, and be as honest as you can. They need to see what you’re going through, not just what was on paper a few years ago.
You don’t have to just live with a rating that doesn’t feel right. Whether it’s through an appeal, new conditions, or a fresh evaluation. You have got options. Visit Miles Franklin Law today and take that next step.