Most Commonly Approved VA Claims

Most Commonly Approved VA Claims

Filing a claim with Veterans Affairs should not be a challenge, however, many veterans have found it to be a difficult process. In order to have a VA claim approved, you need to prove you have a current disability causing functional limitations and that there is a connection between that condition and an in-service event or another service-connected condition. A veterans disability advocate can help you get a claim approved.

Here Are The Top Ten Most Commonly Approved VA Claims:

The Veterans Administration recently submitted a report to Congress, which outlines the most common claims approved by the VA.

Here Are The Top Ten:

1. Tinnitus
2. Hearing Loss
3. Limitation of Flexion, Knee
4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
5. Lumbosacral or Cervical Strain (Back Pain)
6. Scars, General
7. Paralysis of the Sciatic Nerve
8. Limitation of Range of Motion of the Ankle
9. Migraines (Headaches)
10. Limitation of Motion of the Arm

Are Some Claims More Commonly Approved Than Others?

Yes, there are some VA claims that are more commonly approved than others. Service connection for tinnitus is granted more frequently than any other disability. There are more than 2.3 million veterans who have benefits for tinnitus. Hearing loss may be more difficult to get approved despite being the second most commonly approved disability.

How A VA Disability Advocate Can Help

When you have questions about filing a claim with the VA, or need to appeal a decision regarding your VA benefits, speak to a veterans disability expert from the Veterans Help Group. Call us today at (855) 855-8992 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your VA disability benefits.