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VeteransIf you are having difficulty with a claim you have filed with the Department of Veterans Affairs, we can contact the agency on your behalf to check on the status of your claim. Frequently Asked Questions: How can I contact the Department of Veterans Affairs? What's the difference between disability compensation and disability pension? What are the types of VA claims? How do I get a copy of my military records? What do I do if my records were destroyed in the 1973 fire? How
can I get replacement medals? How Can I Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs? The VA has toll free numbers for the convenience of veterans and dependents.
What's the difference between disability compensation and disability pension? Disability Compensation: A monthly monetary benefit paid
to veterans who are disabled by injury or disease incurred in or aggravated
during military service. What Are the Types of VA Claims? There are Four Types of claims:
The type of claim determines how much development is required by VA and/or the nature of the supporting evidence the veteran must submit in support of the claim. The processing time for a claim varies depending on the type of claim and the supporting evidence provided by the veteran. How do I appeal a decision? A claimant has one year from the date of the notification of a VA decision to file an appeal. The claimant must file a written notice of disagreement with the VA regional office or medical center that made the decision. Following the receipt of the written notice, VA will furnish the claimant a "Statement of the Case" describing what facts, laws and regulations were used in deciding the case. The claimant must then file a "Substantive Appeal" within 60 days of the mailing of the Statement of the Case or within one year from the date the VA mailed its decision, whichever period is later. Although it is not required, a veterans service organization, an agent or an attorney may represent a claimant. There are 5 steps to get a VA Loan:
The form can be found by following the link above. How Do I Get a Copy of My Military Records? For copies of your military service records you may contact:
What do I do if my records were destroyed in the 1973 fire? You may contact the National Personnel Records Center at:
You can also call the main customer service line at:
How Can I Get Replacement Medals? You can request replacement for lost or stolen medals from the National Personnel Records Center or write to:
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