The TRUTH About VA Claim Delays (Why It Takes SO LONG & How to Speed It Up!)

The waiting game for a VA disability claim can be incredibly frustrating. If you've ever asked, "Why does the VA take so long?" this video has your answer.

We dive deep into the real reasons behind the processing times—from the sheer volume of claims driven by new laws like the PACT Act to the complex nature of presumptive and chronic conditions. But it's not all bad news: the VA is processing more claims now than ever before!

Knowing what causes delays is the key to speeding up your own claim. We'll show you exactly what you can do to avoid the common pitfalls and help the VA get you the decision you deserve faster.

⏰ Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
00:44 - How New Laws Impact VA Claim Processing Times
02:47 - Why Complex Cases Take Longer to Process
05:29 - Preexisting Conditions Impact on Processing Claims
06:12 - Delays in Attending Exams Can Lead to Delays in Processing Your Claim
08:13 - Obtaining Private Medical Records for a Veteran Can take Months, Increasing the Length of Adjudication
09:08 - Evidence Gathering Facilitates and Frustrates the Process
10:49 - VA Staffing Changes Causes Delays in Processing Claims
11:53 - Quality Review Process Both Helps and Hinders the Process
14:04 - Steps Veterans Can Take to Minimize Delays

🔗 Relevant Links & Resources
VA News Release on Claims Volume: https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-processes-more-than-2m-disability-claims-in-record-time/

21-526EZ New Claims Form for Fully Developed Claim: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-526ez/

38 CFR 3.309: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/3.309

Printable Symptom Logs: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/symptom-logs/

Military Base Toxic Exposure Map: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/military-base-toxic-exposure/

Buddy Statement/ Statement in Support of Claim Form: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-4138/

Contact us: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/

VIDEO LINKS:
Sec. of Defense Reaction Video: https://youtu.be/falEwvTM6fI
C&P Exam Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzIdb2n6bjE-yVDCnWekmg5-Xanl6M6S0
How to Expedite Your Claim: https://youtu.be/wHgD7hTYfH4

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