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READY FOR YOUR CASE TO TAKE OFF?

READY FOR YOUR CASE TO TAKE OFF?

Frequently Asked Questions

  • WHAT IS SAME SERVICE CONNECTION SUCCESS RATE?
    SAME has a 100% service connection success rate. We are certified VA C&P examiners with beyond-reproach knowledge. If the VA has any questions about your case, we can communicate with them directly.
  • WHAT IS YOUR COST?
    All services are provided by active certified VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) physician examiners. You only pay once we are confident we can connect your condition to service. Initial Medical Nexus Letter for*: Direct Service Connection →$1400 Secondary Service Connection →$1200 Aggravation Service Connection →$1500 Multiple Medical Nexus Letters (2 or more) →$950 each Initial DBQ →$800 Multiple DBQs (2 or more) →$650 each Individual Unemployability Letter** →$1500 Individual Unemployability Physical Medical Examination** →$1000 Medical Record Review*** →$500 (One-time fee) *SAME physicians will determine which type of service connection best fits your disease process after reviewing your complete medical record from when you entered the military to the present day. **Total Disability Individual Unemployability (TDIU) is for veterans who are unable to work due to service-connected disabilities. Upon VA approval of TDIU, the veteran receives disability compensation equal to a 100% rating. ***The Medical Record Review fee is required for all new clients. It includes 24/7 communication access with the doctor handling your VA case via our health platform. Additionally, we will conduct a comprehensive review of all military service records and private treatment records (VA and non-VA clinics). After completing the interview and reviewing your documents, we can tell you all the service connections you deserve and how to get them VA-approved.
  • WHAT IS A DBQ AND NEXUS LETTER?
    A Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is a form used to collect necessary medical information to process your VA disability claim. These forms describe essential aspects of a specific disability, including symptoms, severity, possible causes, and relation to other disabilities. The DBQ captures information required for VA Rating purposes, which can be found within the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). A Nexus Letter is an official document signed by a medical expert establishing a connection between an in-service stressor or a service-connected condition and a current condition (usually described on a DBQ form). Nexus letters can be a deciding factor in granting approval for VA service connections in both initial claims and supplemental/appeals cases.
  • WHAT IS A FULLY DEVELOPED CLAIM (FDC)?
    The Fully Developed Claim (FDC) program allows the VA to process claims faster by requiring that all required evidence be submitted at the same time as the claim. An FDC with SAME includes all the Veteran's relevant medical evidence, a DBQ medical examination, and a Nexus letter. When a Veteran submit all the evidence we provide to the VA, they can bypass the VA C&P exam and have their condition rated by the VA based on our examination findings. Higher-rating claims only need a DBQ medical evaluation.
  • WHAT CONDITIONS CAN SAME EVALUATE?
    All physical and mental health conditions can be evaluated! Our staff are all board certified physicians.
  • HOW DO I PAY?
    For your convenience, we accept many payment types, including debit/credit cards. In addition, we offer monthly payments through Buy Now Pay Later options via AfterPay, Klarna, and Affirm.
  • HOW LONG IS THE FREE CONSULTATION, AND HOW CAN I PREPARE?
    Please allow 15-30 minutes for your free physician consultation. Complete the client intake form below, and we will contact you shortly after. Be prepared to talk about your claim; we will guide you step by step through our process!
  • DO YOU DO EXAMS FOR COMPENSATION, PENSION, SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION, AND OTHER SPECIALTY REASONS?
    Yes, absolutely.
  • WHAT EXACTLY IS YOUR PROCESS AND TURN AROUND TIME?
    Our process is simple and we try not to over complicate. Start here with an information form. Someone will be in contact within 1-2 business days to setup a free consultation! A SAME representative will provide transparent information on the likelihood of a favorable outcome for your claim and the cost of our services. Should you decide to proceed, you will receive a text message to join our HIPPA-compliant health platform. On our platform, you can directly upload medical records, text, call, or video chat with the doctor handling your case. After all evidence is received by SAME, your nexus letter should be done within 7 business days after your DBQ medical evaluation.
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Contacts

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If you are a VSO, email: vso@sameveteran.com

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