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2.  Missed QTC Appointments.  Statistically, 11% of veterans pursuing VA disability compensation miss their first QTC appointment.  That is an astronomical figure considering the alternative.  Some veterans have waited more than a year to get a rescheduled appointment with QTC.  Do everything in your power to make your appointment the first time around.  If you have to reschedule, do it before your appointment date and time.  Doing so will allow for quicker rescheduling by QTC personnel.

 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

    

  

   

3.  Having A Hard to Reach VSO.  Unfortunately, not all VSOs operate in the same professional manner.  Some VSOs are very attentive, easy to contact, while others, not so much.  Many veterans can find a VSO by talking to fellow veterans and getting referrals to a good, user-friendly VSO.  Some veterans change VSOs in order to work with one who will be accessible, and there to meet the veteran’s needs.

 

See our VSO database of good, user-friendly VSOs recommended by veterans.

    

4.  Not Responding to VA Requests.  The VA is required to get all medical paperwork related to a veteran’s disability claim, period.  However, it would not be prudent for a veteran to leave the success of his/her disability approval entirely up to the VA.  If the VA asks for supporting documentation from a veteran the veteran must make sure and get the documentation to the VA as soon as possible.  Sending documents USPS Certified Mail is a good way to track mail to its destination.  Also, a veteran will have a copy of the records and can track online to see when the VA signed for the documents.

  

  

  

  

 

  

  

  

  

   

   

  

5.  Not Internet Savvy.  The VA has instituted ebenefits, which is supposed to make the process of filing claims paperwork easier and more efficient.  It seems to work well for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, but it is a struggle for Internet-challenged Persian Gulf, Vietnam, Korean War, and World War II era veterans.  If Internet or computer challenged, get help.  Some veterans have been known to have their grandchildren help them with online exchanges.

    

6.  Forms Not Filled Out Correctly.  Veterans must make sure their disability claim documentation is filled out completely as required and filled in accurately.  For instance, if a veteran is claiming a ganglion cyst on his/her thumb, it is important to note which thumb; left or right.  Incomplete forms will stop a disability claims case in its tracks. 

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