VAP-003 Exams And New Claims

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• SERIES WORKBOOK You will use this extensively during the series. It is the cornerstone of this project and will be a valuable resource where you can compile all of the information necessary to file claims. Be sure to print it out before you start the series!
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• VSO Link
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Welcome back to the Veterans Access Podcast. In today's episode we are going to cover the VA exams and filing "New claims".

Want to know what to expect when you have your exam? What kind of information to bring? Did you know that you can bring a family member? Listen in to get all the details you need to prepare for your exams.

In this episode Geoff discusses what you can expect during your exam. He has tips on how to communicate accurately during your exam so your physician fully understands your challenges. We discuss why it is important to have a VSO. Briefly we touch on special circumstances where you may have to return for a re-examination. Lastly, we discuss situation were you may want to file a new claim by using the 526EZ form.

As a quick recap, in the first episode, we covered the background and purpose of the VA and its compensation programs. In the second episode, we covered the 5 26 EZ application. Today is episode three and we're going to explain how to navigate the VA examinations and how to file for additionally qualified programs. The next episode will be episode four, where we'll discuss the specifics about the appeals process. And lastly, in episode five, we're going to share special programs and considerations for reserve veterans, combat veterans, and severely disabled veterans programs.

Producer - Dr. Geoff Geness is a former Navy SEAL Officer, and VA Rater, the Director of Outreach and Education and VSO for the U D T C Association, as well as a chiropractic physician and acupuncturist.

Co-Producer - Stacey Whitcomb is podcast host and producer, civilian and acupuncturist who treats individuals recovering from service acquired injuries, illnesses, and trauma in a highly specialized clinic that serves emergency responders.

Artwork - Jeff Higgs produced the original artwork for the Veterans Access Project. He is a former Navy SEAL, Jujitsu instructor and incredible digital artist.

Workbook - MaryAnn Geness compiled and edited the workbook. She is a chiropractic physician and trauma specialist.

Music - "Super Power Cool Dude" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Bass Walker" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

"Ossuary 7 - Resolve" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/