Hi Veterans, welcome to the VA Claims Insider Podcast! We’re Veterans helping Veterans get the VA disability rating and compensation YOU deserve. I’m your host, Air Force service-disabled veteran Brian Reese, and each week we share VA disability claim tips, strategies, and lessons learned to help you win, service-connect, and get rated at the appropriate level, even if you’ve already filed or been denied!
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Podcast #159: Get Your VA Disability Questions Answered!
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Trying to sort through all of the VA disability information online can be daunting—and confusing.You watch YouTube video after YouTube video, read blog after blog, book after book, yet you’re left with more questions than answers. Sound familiar?We’ll arm you with the knowledge to get the benefits YOU DESERVE!…
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Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I’m your host Brian Reese, and in today’s episode, we’re going to go explore the brand new VA Rating for Migraine Headaches as well as the new criteria for prostrating headaches. We'll also talk about critic…
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On this episode of Ask the VA Rater, we will explain the basic eligibility for VA disability benefits and answer the question: "Do I Qualify for VA Benefits?" Generally, all veterans who don’t have a dishonorable discharge or bad conduct discharge qualify for some amount of VA benefits. The exact type and amount depends upon a variety of factors. L…
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On this episode of Ask the VA Rater, we will reveal some sobering Veteran Statistics as well as answer the question “How Many Veterans Are There in the World?” We will also discuss how to successfully navigate the military-to-veteran transition. Here is the high-value companion blog post with detailed military and veteran statistics: https://vaclai…
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Wouldn’t it be nice to hear directly from a VA Rater? Well, now you can! Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive into VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I'm your host Brian Reese, and in today's episode, we're going to answer the questions: Why is My VA Claim Taking So Long? How Lo…
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Wouldn’t it be nice to hear directly from an RVSR, aka, a VA Rater? Well, now you can! Welcome to Ask the VA Rater, a brand new show where we deep dive into VA claim tips and strategies for VA disability benefits and veteran benefits. I'm your host Brian Reese, and in today's episode, we're going to uncover a crucial aspect of VA claims that you mi…
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In this episode, Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille and Air Force Veteran Brian Reese dive into the leadership insights, strategies to win the game of life, and personal stories that will empower you to navigate your best life as a veteran post active duty military service. Are you ready to thrive beyond the uniform? Whether you're seeking inspiration, guida…
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Podcast #152: The VA Disability Cheat Sheet - Your Ticket Inside the “Golden Circle”
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Yes, there absolutely is a VA disability cheat sheet!VA Claims Insider’s cheat sheet is broken out into the 5 types of VA service connections along with evidence requirements for each.Use these tips and strategies to help you prove service connection, even if you’ve already filed, been denied, or given up.Pro Tip: VA disability claims are won or lo…
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Podcast #151: Did the VA Make a Mistake with Your Disability Rating?
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With so much riding on a VA claim, it should be handled with meticulous accuracy…at least in a perfect world. But the reality is that the VA is run by humans just like you and me, and a mistake is more common than we realize. After all, they are dealing with a backlog of more than 212,000 VA claims (as of April 29, 2023). With that kind of volume h…
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Podcast #150: 3 Options to Consider if Your VA Claim is Denied
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3 Options to Consider if Your VA Claim is Denied If your VA claim is denied, you may feel frustrated and confused. Don’t worry; you aren’t alone. Thousands of veterans find themselves in this situation every year. The good news is that there are three options to overturn the VA’s decision available to you based on the specific details of your VA cl…
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Few things can derail your life, like sexual trauma. It can trigger an onslaught of physical and emotional symptoms, making functioning at work and in relationships difficult. Tragically, it’s all too prevalent in the military. Studies show that 33% of female veterans and nearly 2% of male veterans screened positive for military sexual trauma (MST)…
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Podcast #148: Unveiling Gulf War Presumptives: Essential Guide for Veterans' Benefits
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Unveiling Gulf War Presumptives: Essential Guide for Veterans' Benefits CALLING ALL Gulf War Veterans! Regardless of whether or not you’re a Desert Storm veteran, If you served in what’s referred to as the Southwest Asia theater, you could be eligible for VA benefits. Listen now to learn more about whether you may qualify for additional VA benefits…
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Podcast #147: Are You Living With PTSD Without Realizing It?
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According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects anywhere from 11 to 30% of veterans, depending on the conflict they were involved with. For example, 11 to 20% of veterans who participated in Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom have been diagnosed with PTSD compared to 30% of Vietnam veterans. But t…
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Podcast #146: Orthopedic Conditions Related to Military Service: Navigating the VA Disability Claims Process
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Are your ankles, hips, or elbows stiff or painful? Orthopedic conditions are common in veterans due to high-risk training, long ruck marches, military parachuting, and many other activities that cause extra wear and tear. Because military life can cause your joints to age more quickly—many veterans experience debilitating conditions as a result of …
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Episode #145: Is CHAMPVA the Right Choice for Veterans?
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CHAMPVA (the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs) is among the many benefits not clearly understood by the veteran community. As a result, some dependents miss out on this comprehensive healthcare program and are stuck paying exorbitant rates for private insurance. CHAMPVA insurance provides eligible beneficiar…
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Podcast #144: Agent Orange Exposure: Exploring the Link to Presumptive Conditions under the Pact Act
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Understanding the effects of Agent Orange exposure is crucial for you and others who served in the Vietnam era. Our aim is to help you become informed about the health conditions linked to Agent Orange exposure and the resources available to support you. In this video, we’ll explore the history of Agent Orange, its symptoms, and the health issues i…
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Podcast #143: Unveiling the Secrets: Q&A with Brian Reese, Founder of VA Claims Insider
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Join us as we sit down with Brian Reese, the visionary founder of VA Claims Insider, to uncover the untold secrets of successfully navigating the VA claims process. Get ready for valuable insights, expert tips, and insider knowledge to help you maximize your benefits. Do You Need VA Claim Help? WE'RE THE EXPERTS! If you need some help with your VA …
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With the passage of the PACT Act, as a veteran, you probably have a lot of questions. In this podcast, we will review the pact act and how it can benefit you. Did you know the PACT Act has the potential to benefit more than 5 million veterans? If you’re a veteran who has been impacted by toxic exposure, and you meet the new presumptive criteria, do…
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Podcast #141: Anxiety VA Rating: What Veterans Really Need to Know!
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If you’re suffering from anxiety that’s related to your military service, you may be eligible for VA disability compensation for an anxiety VA rating from 10% to 100%. The VA estimates that 43% of veterans who served in Iraq or Afghanistan have at least one mental illness, which includes anxiety. Despite how common anxiety is amongst veterans, less…
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In this podcast, two of our experts delve into the world of VA benefits and show you how to navigate the complexities of secondary VA claims. In this informative video, we focus on conditions that can significantly impact your quality of life: migraines, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Did you know that t…
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Podcast #139: Understanding VA Presumptive Conditions: Experts Discuss What Veterans Need to Know!
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A VA presumptive condition is one that the VA “presumes” to be service-connected, even if there’s no specific Nexus (meaning “link” or “connection”) for service connection. Presumptive conditions work like this: If you served at X location during the qualifying period and developed Y condition as a result, then X + Y = automatic service connection.…
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Podcast #138: Get the INSIDER’s Scoop on TMJ VA Ratings!
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Get the INSIDER’s Scoop on TMJ VA Ratings! Welcome to our podcast on TMJ VA Ratings discussed by a panel of four of our experts. Veterans suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder may be eligible for VA disability compensation. However, filing a claim for your TMJ VA rating can be a complex and challenging process. TMJ, or temporomandib…
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Are You Eligible for Special Monthly Compensation? Special monthly compensation (SMC) is a special form of VA disability payment intended to help veterans, spouses, surviving spouses, or parents that have certain needs or disabilities. Veterans who receive a VA disability rating are most often given a rating between 0% and 100%. This is known as a …
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Podcast #136: Types of Medical Evidence the VA Will Accept to Support Your Claim
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In this informative podcast, our experts discuss the different types of medical evidence that the VA will accept to support your claim for disability compensation benefits. We will explore the various forms and documents you can provide to establish your eligibility and prove the extent of your medical condition.Types of Medical Evidence the VA Wil…
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Podcast #135: How to file a FULLY developed VA Claim (2023 Edition)
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Overwhelmed by the process of filing a Fully Developed VA Claim? The VA Claim Process is complicated. We get it. Today, VA Claims Insider is going to share with you some secrets of the VA rating system, including the benefits of a Fully Developed VA Claim. Let’s face it. Most Veterans have no idea how to claim the compensation they deserve after di…
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Episode #134: Key Tips to Help WIN Your VA Disability Claim: Expert Advice
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In this podcast, our experts share their insights on the keys to winning your VA Disability Claim. They will discuss the SEM method which stands for strategy, education, and medical evidence, and how it is essential in increasing your chances of success in winning your VA Disability Claim. Additionally, they will cover the golden circle created by …
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Podcast #133: Expert Advice on VA Disability Claims: Your Questions Answered!
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Welcome to our latest podcast where we sit down with VA Disability Claims experts to get answers to your most pressing questions. We know that navigating the VA Disability Claims process can be overwhelming and frustrating, which is why we've brought in the experts to provide you with valuable insights and advice. During this Q&A session, we cover …
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In this podcast, we will guide you through the VA website, also known as va.gov, to help you get the most out of its many features and resources. Whether you're a veteran, a family member, or a caregiver, the VA website has a wealth of information and tools to assist you. We'll walk you through the VA website login process, navigate the homepage an…
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#131: How Veteran Mental Health is Affected by Disabilities!
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Welcome to our latest Podcast on how disabilities affect veteran mental health. In this podcast, we explore the impact of disabilities on veteran mental health. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, only 50 percent of veterans who need mental health treatment will get the treatment they need and are entitled to…
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Peripheral neuropathy, or nerve damage, can be a debilitating condition that significantly affects a veteran’s quality of life. With over 2 MILLION veterans living with this condition, it’s important to understand how to get the maximum VA rating for nerve damage you deserve. Symptoms of Neuropathy can make it difficult to perform daily tasks and m…
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#129: Maximizing VA Disability for Limited Range of Motion: The Ultimate Guide!
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In this podcast, we'll be discussing VA Disability for limited range of motion and loss of use claims. These claims can be tricky to navigate, but they are crucial to ensuring you receive the benefits you deserve. Our two expert coaches are excited to share with you their top tips for maximizing your VA Disability for limited range of motion and lo…
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In this Podcast, we bring you two VA claim experts who delve into the common issues faced by veterans, including arthritis, back pain, cervical strain and more, and offer insights on how to navigate the VA claims process for these conditions. With their combined years of experience and expertise in VA Musculoskeletal Ratings, they will provide you …
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In this Podcast, we discuss the process of VA claim denials and the 3 types of appeals available to veterans. These include Higher Level Review (HLR), Supplemental Claim, and Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA). We explain the differences between each appeal and the steps involved in filing them to get your VA claim denial overturned. Whether you're a …
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#126: Must-Know Information About Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Claims!
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Do you ever have trouble sleeping, dulled responses, heightened reactions, depressed mood, or anxiety? If so, you may have Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It's important to know that PTSD can occur even if you didn't serve in combat. In addition to combat PTSD, the VA recognizes two other types of PTSD: non-combat and military sexual trauma …
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Veterans commonly get Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) during their time in service, and TBIs often cause or make other mental health conditions worse. But because TBIs and mental health conditions have overlapping symptoms, many veterans struggle to get rated for both their TBI and their mental health condition separately. Are you a veteran who has…
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As you may already know, the PACT Act is a game-changer for more than 5 million veterans. One of the HUGE things about the PACT act: it expands the list of presumptive conditions. So if you were exposed to toxins and have one of these conditions, there’s no need for you to prove a nexus. In simple terms, it means you can get the compensation and he…
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#123: What is a Nexus? The Only SUREFIRE Way To Win Your Claim!
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If you have experience with VA disability claims, you've probably heard the term "nexus." But the disability claims process is notoriously confusing, and you may wonder: "what exactly is a nexus?" "Nexus" is a fancy word for a connection that links your current disability to your military service. Not having a solid nexus is the #1 reason why claim…
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#122: How PTSD can AFFECT your Family
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Vets are frequently diagnosed with PTSD. It’s actually one of the most claimed VA disabilities. But if you have PTSD, it doesn’t just affect you. Your PTSD could also be affecting your family. Our coaches—two military spouses and a former psychologist—will share how their loved one's PTSD has affected them. They'll also be dishing out tons of helpf…
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If you’ve filed a claim with the VA before, you probably know what a primary claim is. But do you know what a secondary claim is? And more importantly, are you using secondary claims to your advantage? They tend to be overlooked but utilizing this type of claim can benefit you—BIG TIME. For example, if your service-connected tinnitus causes headach…
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#120: What You NEED to Know About Primary VS Secondary Conditions
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If you’ve filed a claim with the VA before, you probably know what a primary claim is. But do you know what a secondary claim is? And more importantly, are you using secondary claims to your advantage? They tend to be overlooked but utilizing this type of claim can benefit you—BIG TIME. For example, if your service-connected tinnitus causes headach…
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Filing a claim for any disability with the VA can be complex, but VA ratings for mental health are oftentimes even more confusing. We’re breaking down mental health ratings, explaining exactly how they work, and giving you our BEST tips. Hear these can’t-miss tips and learn how to use them to get the compensation you’re due! Are you Stuck, Frustrat…
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#118: 3 Types of Appeals - Ready To Stop Struggling And Start WINNING Your Claim
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You gather your medical records, file your claim, go to your C&P exam for a condition that’s OBVIOUSLY service-connected, then wait for a decision for what feels like forever—only for your claim to be denied. Sound familiar? Do you know what to do NEXT if your claim is denied? That’s why we’ve going LIVE! We'll teach you the THREE different ways to…
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#117: Stop Struggling, Start WINNING With Our Proven Process
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If you’re not already part of our ELITE program, you should be! So far, we’ve helped over 20,000 veterans with our process, and our success rate is unrivaled. There’s a reason we have over 1,000 five star reviews! Here are just a few of the benefits of joining our program: ⭐ You’ll have an expert Veteran Coach to lead you through the complicated an…
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#116: FACTS you NEED to know! The VA does make mistakes on claims.
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Maybe you filed a claim, and they ignored your medical evidence. Perhaps you should have been evaluated in a C&P, but they never scheduled one. Maybe they unlawfully denied your claim altogether. It’s actually quite common, but if a mistake was made on your claim, there are ways to fix it! Are you Stuck, Frustrated, and Underrated? If you need some…
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#115: ULTIMATE GUIDE To A VA Lifestyle Impact Claim In 2022!
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Are your rated disabilities preventing you from enjoying daily activities like you used to? Are you trying to increase your VA disability rating? If so, we have some good news for you! You may qualify for a VA lifestyle impact claim! We’re going LIVE to explain VA disability rating for lifestyle impact claim—they’re one of the best ways to get you …
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Getting service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome shouldn’t be as exhausting as your condition. Your insomnia and brain fog can make it hard to want to fight–but we’ve got your back! We know what it takes to INCREASE your VA rating for chronic fatigue syndrome. For example, your C&P exam for chronic fatigue syndrome is one of the most importa…
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#113: What You NEED to Know about Military Sexual Trauma!
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Military Sexual Trauma (MST) is sexual harassment or sexual assault experienced by a military service member during their service. MST can happen to anyone. 1 in 3 female veterans and 1 in 50 male veterans report having experienced MST during their time in service. However, the actual statistics are assumed to be much higher, as MST victims often d…
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#112: Presumptive claims are the EASIEST and FASTEST type of claim!
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Presumptive conditions are conditions the VA presumes were caused by your time in service. If you file a claim for a presumptive condition, you don't have to prove service connection! That's excellent news for veterans struggling to get the care and compensation they need from the VA. Presumptive claims allow access to the healthcare you need and c…
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Is your service-connected tinnitus causing headaches? Or maybe your knees are bad from ruck marches and are causing hip problems. You can claim that! Secondary VA claims are one of our most successful methods of getting you the benefits and tax-free compensation you deserve. A VA secondary claim is a type of claim can make a BIG difference in your …
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#110: VA Disability Ratings, How Much Is VA Disability Compensation Worth?
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Insiders, when it comes to your VA disability rating the main thing most veterans want to know is how much money they'll get. Your VA disability rating plays a big factor in that and making sure you're properly rated is the main thing. Here at VA Claims Insider we believe, You Served You Deserve. Join Veteran Coaches J-Reid and Justin Chen as they …
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