C&P Exams: Elbow & Forearm

Hi, I'm Melissa Divan, an associate attorney at VA Disability Group LLC. In this video, I'll guide you through the examination process for elbow and forearm conditions. We'll cover how to establish service connection, understand VA ratings, and prepare using the Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ).

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DBQ:
https://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/docs/Elbow_and_Forearm.pdf
VA Schedule of Ratings:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/4.71a​
Our Website: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/

00:00 - Introduction
00:10 - Overview of Elbow and Forearm Conditions Examination
00:32 - Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) Overview
00:38 - Exam Discussion: Medical History, Symptoms, Diagnosis
00:50 - Physical Exam and Diagnostic Testing
01:15 - Understanding Condition Ratings
01:36 - Paths to Service Connection
01:48 - VA Rating Regulations (38 CFR Section 4.71A)
01:56 - DBQ Walkthrough: Section One
02:13 - Section Two: Medical History
02:23 - Section Three: Range of Motion and Functional Limitation
03:03 - Section Four to Section Six Overview
03:13 - Section Seven to Section Ten Overview
04:06 - Section Eleven to Section Thirteen Overview
04:53 - Additional Remarks and Examiner Credentials
05:05 - Preparation Tips for Your Exam
05:21 - Conclusion
05:32 - More Information and Resources