Boost Your VA Claim Chances: Submit a Fully Developed Claim – Check It Out!

To avoid a deferred VA claim veterans should submit a Fully Developed Claim (FDC) with all necessary documents from the start including medical records and supporting statements.

Tips for Submitting a Fully Developed Claim with the VA

When veterans submit a claim for VA benefits and they might face a deferred claim which can be confusing. A deferred claim means the VA has paused the claim because there isn’t enough evidence. Unlike an approval or denial and a deferral means the VA needs more information before making a decision. This could be due to incomplete evidence, claims with multiple conditions where some are supported but others aren’t or a need for more research.

To avoid a deferral veterans should submit a Fully Developed Claim (FDC) from the start making sure all required documents are included. This means providing private medical records and a letter from a doctor linking the condition to military service, service medical records, military personnel records and statements from people who know about the condition. A complete claim can help speed up the process and avoid delays.

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Understanding VA Deferrals

If a claim is deferred and veterans shouldn’t be discouraged. The VA will give clear instructions on what extra information is needed. Veterans should quickly gather and submit the required evidence. It can also help to get advice from a VA-accredited attorney to make sure the claim is fully prepared and properly submitted, according to the report of Marca.

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