Book Description

Welcome to Book I-II in this series. We compiled all information from Books #1 and #2 so you can have access to all of the information contained in these books right at your fingertips... and at a price cheaper than buying Books 1 and 2 separately. As with the individual books in this series, VA benefits are common to each branch of service, so the information herein applies whether you were a Soldier, Sailor, Marine, Airman or Coast Guardsman. Section 1 is everything found in Book #1. We provide you with a proven timeline blueprint to help you organize your required transition events, which include: requesting medical records, Transition Assistance initiation, and continuing your medical documentation. We will walk you through a step-by-step construction of your timeline, which is based upon your transition date. Once your timeline is constructed using the interactive model, you will know which critical tasks need to be accomplished, and when. The workbook section at the end of this book offers you an easy take-away for your use. Next, we discuss how to ensure proper documentation of your ailments, disabilities and diseases in your medical records. We show you examples of ailment organization methods used by Veterans Service Officers, which will help you paint your medical issues picture. This organization, with interactive models, will ensure you maximize your VA claim! Next, we discuss the differences between service physicals and the VA disability physical which is part of your VA claim, and give you tips to ensure you're maximizing both. They are both critical, and we will explain why. Finally, we provide you a comprehensive list of all VA-recognized ailments, disabilities and diseases for you to conduct your own health assessment of potential VA claims. Section 4 also provides ratings for all ailments. This information is derived from the VA's CFR-38. Section 2 is everything found in Book #2. We will walk you through the claim process from the first time you meet your Veterans Services Officer (VSO) or VA Representative, to the point where you receive the results of your claim. You'll learn what to expect during your pre-discharge VA compensation claim process, as well as the process for submitting claims, and appeals to claims, after you've been discharged. We will also talk in detail about how the VA determines your disability rating, and how those ratings combine to your final rating. We explain the rating tables, as well as the VA compensation for your specific rating. Next we will discuss the differences between Concurrent Retirement Disability Payment (CRDP) and Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) benefits- what they mean to you, and how you go about applying for them. We will walk you through the CRSC application, with specific instructions. Finally, we provide you with a listing of legal professionals, broken down by State or Territory, who are ready to help you appeal any claim you believe is not appropriate for your disability.The information in this book will help you to ensure you are taking full advantage of every benefit for which you're entitled. If you choose to take advantage of this compilation of information, you will have over 3000 hours of data mining organized and at your fingertips. You will also be able to register for and access the 'Book Updates' page on this website, so you can stay updated as to any changes which may have occurred after your purchase. That way you can always stay current with any benefits or procedural changes without having to spend money on an updated book version!Order this combination book now! This is the best deal for transitioning Service Members!