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Service-Connecting Mental Health Conditions: Depression, Anxiety, and Secondary Psychiatric Claims
by Dr. Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - owner and lead psychologist at vetnexusletter.com Veterans often associate mental health claims with PTSD, but many other psychiatric conditions are eligible for VA disability compensation. I work every day with veterans who experience depression, anxiety, insomnia, and other mental health disorders because of their military service, but are not sure how to go about getting them service-connected. This post explains how to establish service
Deborah Miller
Oct 173 min read
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Don’t Let the Headlines Discourage You: Veterans Deserve Mental Health Compensation
Written by: Dr. Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Lead Psychologist and Owner at vetnexusletter.com Lately, you may have seen headlines...
Deborah Miller
Oct 103 min read
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Understanding VA Severity Ratings for Mental Health Disorders: A Guide to 0, 30%, 50%, 70%, and 100%
Learn how the VA determines disability ratings for mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Understand what symptoms qualify for 0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, and 100% ratings—and how to prepare for your C&P exam.
Deborah Miller
Sep 308 min read
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My Depression Started During Service, But I Didn’t Seek Help at the Time. Can I Still Claim It as a Disability?
by Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP, owner and lead psychologist at vetnexusletter.com I work with veterans every day who struggled with...
Deborah Miller
Sep 203 min read
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What Documents Should You Gather for a Mental Health Nexus Letter or DBQ?
by Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com When you’re preparing a claim for VA disability benefits...
Deborah Miller
Aug 213 min read
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Mental Health Secondary to Tinnitus
by Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP, Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com Please note - this blog post is educational only, and...
Deborah Miller
Jul 244 min read
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What's a lay statement, and how do I write one?
Written by Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com As a psychologist working with veterans on...
Deborah Miller
Jul 54 min read
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How can I accurately describe my symptoms to the C&P Psychologist?
Written by Dr. Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com You've filed your claim and you've been...
Deborah Miller
Jun 236 min read
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What Happens During the VA Mental Health C&P Exam? (A Veteran's Guide)
Written by: Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com If you’ve filed a VA disability claim for PTSD,...
Deborah Miller
Jun 193 min read
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What if I had a bad C&P exam?
Written by Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnexusletter.com I speak with veterans every day whose VA...
Deborah Miller
Jun 193 min read
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Do I Need a DBQ for My VA Disability Claim?
written by Deborah Miller, Owner and Lead Psychologist at vetnetuxletter.com Do I Need a DBQ for My VA Disability Claim? If you’re a...
Deborah Miller
Jun 142 min read
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Q: "If I submit a private DBQ, will the VA call me in for a C&P exam?"
​ Written by: Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP - Owner and lead psychologist at Veteran Disability Services ( vetnexusletter.com ) Submitting a...
Deborah Miller
Apr 105 min read
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What is a Nexus Letter!
A Nexus letter is a formal document written by a licensed physical or mental healthcare professional that presents a medical opinion. It...
Zach Maileoi
Oct 22, 20245 min read
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Can obesity be service-connected?
Did you know - obesity can serve as an "intermediate step" to a service-connected condition?
Deborah Miller
Jul 7, 20244 min read
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How can sleep apnea be caused by mental health conditions?
By Dr. Deborah Miller, PhD, HSPP Psychologist and Owner Veteran Disability Services - vetnexusletter.com Many veterans are unfairly...
Deborah Miller
Dec 13, 20234 min read
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