2024 VA Claims Backlog by State
Using Veteran Benefits Administration (VBA) published claims data, we’ve created a chart of the current VA claims backlog by state in 2024. It should come as no surprise that the backlog of VA... continue reading
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15 HUGE Year-Round Military Discounts
Here at VA Claims Insider, we’re fond of saying, “You served, You deserve.” And we don’t just mean VA benefits. In this post, I’ve compiled a list of 15 of the best military... continue reading
VA and IRS officials recently confirmed there is no VA extra payment coming to veterans in 2024. News of a VA extra payment in the form of a stimulus check or booster payment was proven to be... continue reading
What is the Current Backlog of VA Disability Claims? (2024 Update)
The good news is VA claims adjudicators continue to work through the backlog of VA disability claims. The number of “backlogged” claims hit a 10-year high of 417,855 in January 2024, and... continue reading
How Much Will the VA Pay for Assisted Living?
How much you can get for assisted living through the VA depends on which VA program you qualify for. Assisted living benefits are provided through two VA programs: Aid and... continue reading
VA Officials Confirm FALSE Reports About a VA Disability Stimulus Check 2024
VA officials have confirmed that earlier reports about a VA disability stimulus payment for veterans are false. The same VA officials suggested misinformation circulating the internet caused... continue reading
The BEST 100 Percent Disabled Veteran Benefits for Spouses (2024 Update)
Spouses of 100% disabled veterans can access a variety of benefits, including compensation, CHAMPVA healthcare, VA home loans, property tax exemptions, and educational assistance, among... continue reading
The BEST Charities for Veterans (2024 Update)
In this definitive guide, veteran benefits expert Brian Reese reveals and explains the best charities for veterans. Our updated list of the top 75 veteran charities provides important... continue reading
VA Disability for Blood Disorders (Definitive Guide)
If you’re looking for answers about VA disability for blood disorders, we’ve got you covered. This guide will focus on what blood disorders qualify for VA disability, their VA... continue reading
DoD Disability vs VA Disability: What’s the Difference?
The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) both provide disability benefits to military service members and veterans, but they do so for different reasons and under... continue reading
C&P Exam for Sleep Apnea: What to Expect and How to Prepare
In this article, VA disability expert Brian Reese explains what to expect and how to prepare for a VA C&P exam for sleep apnea. After you’ve filed a VA claim for sleep apnea, you’ll... continue reading
Granulomatous Disease VA Ratings—Explained!
Are you warranted a Granulomatous Disease VA Rating? Let’s find out! If you were exposed to military exposure pits or other toxic exposure, you’re at higher risk for developing... continue reading