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    Before You APPLY: 3 MUST-DO Steps for VA Rating Increase!

    MY-HEALTH-E-VET: https://www.myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web/web/myhealthevet/user-login

    By Joshua Burnett | VA Claims Academy·
    Watch the full breakdown above, then use the free wizard below to apply what you learned.

    MY-HEALTH-E-VET: https://www.myhealth.va.gov/mhv-portal-web/web/myhealthevet/user-login

    STOP! Before you apply for a VA rating increase, there are crucial steps every veteran must take.

    In this video, I'll guide you through essential preparations to ensure your VA claim process is as smooth as possible:

    Updated Diagnosis: Discover the importance of having a current diagnosis before diving into the VA rating process. Not sure if your diagnosis is recent? I'll guide you through the steps of confirming it.

    Personal Statements for Every Claim: You might be surprised, but even the claims you're not directly addressing can come under scrutiny. Learn how to safeguard every claim you've made by preparing the right personal statements.

    Secure Message Portal: Dive into the benefits of using the secure message portal for direct medical evidence entries. A game-changer you won't want to miss.


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