Advice on how to appeal my recent comp increase denial.

[Warrant2]

I have been sitting at 80% for a few years with some issues getting worse. I applied for an increase in 3 areas: headaches, PTSD, and TBI. Completed the required interviews/exams. Result last week: headaches stayed at 30%, PTSD was reduced from 50% to 30% and then TBI was combined with PTSD. So luckily I still ended up at 80%. Does anyone have any advice on where to go from here? Which appeal process would you recommend and what can I do to ensure I don’t get reduced again. Thanks for your time.

 

[RonG]

Hello @Warrant2

VA decision reviews and appeals​

The legacy VA appeals process has changed to the decision review process. If you disagree with a VA decision dated on or after February 19, 2019, you can choose from 3 decision review options (Supplemental Claim, Higher-Level Review, or Board Appeal) to continue your case. If you aren’t satisfied with the results of the first option you choose, you can try another eligible option.

See this link: LINK <----

Your question: "...and what can I do to ensure I don’t get reduced again." There are no guarantees, one way or another. Having an accredited VSO assist you might prove helpful.

Good luck,
Ron