Frequently Asked Questions

Vet Advocacy works with a nationwide network of doctors to provide Veterans with accurate and thorough medical assessments.  Our role in the process is to match Veterans with skilled, neutral third-party medical professionals who will provide detailed, accurate, and complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) that support their worsening condition. Vet Advocacy is not a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) or law firm and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). 

No. The VA makes the final decision on all claims submitted.  Vet Advocacy cannot make any promises or guarantees regarding changes to your disability rating or disability payments.  We can only ensure that your disability is documented thoroughly and accurately by physicians who are well-versed in the VA disability benefits process. 

Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) are used to collect and record relevant medical information for the purpose of processing Veterans’ disability claims. DBQs are medical examination forms that the VA uses to evaluate the severity of a Veteran’s disabilities. These forms are instrumental in the process of applying for an increase in your VA disability rating, as they guide the VA to properly rate the progression of your condition. It is essential that DBQs are completed accurately and with attention to detail, documenting all aspects of a Veteran’s worsening conditions.  At Vet Advocacy, we work with a network of private doctors who understand the claims process. 

 Yes. All our services are offered at a flat rate with no hidden fees, surprise charges, or commissions. Additionally, our initial no-obligation consultation to determine if our services are right for you is always free. Please contact us today to learn more about our service costs. 

 Yes. Our primary goal is to connect as many Veterans as possible with quality medical evidence documenting their disabilities. The cost of our service should not be a barrier to an accurate DBQ. Please contact us for more details about payment flexibility. 

No.  We never charge a commission or ask you to give up any part of subsequent disability benefit increases. You know exactly what we charge for our services up front, and any future increases to your disability payments are entirely yours to keep.  

Our medical group includes independently licensed medical providers who understand the claims process. They are familiar with VA regulations and can quickly identify how the severity of a Veteran’s condition aligns with the Rating Schedule.  

VA-appointed medical providers are contracted by the VA and can be overloaded with patients. This may result in rushed exams that do not meet Veterans’ expectations or overlook how a Veteran’s condition aligns with the VA’s rating criteria.

Veterans are still required to submit their own claims. The medical evidence acquired through Vet Advocacy can be submitted via a VSO, by filing electronically on the VA.gov website, or by mailing your claim to the VA. 

Yes.  Vet Advocacy connects you to medical professionals to get accurate medical evidence, while agents and attorneys take care of the filing and any additional documentation needed for your case. Accredited agents and attorneys cannot give medical advice or sign DBQs, so there is no conflict between our services and theirs.  

We can offer an expedited process for Veterans who have an impending deadline. However, each case is unique, and we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your deadline.  In these circumstances,  please contact us immediately to see if we can help.