CVA Veterans Benefits & Compensation Claims 2

Question 1

What VA benefit provides monthly payments to veterans who are housebound or need regular aid and attendance?

Accepted Answer

Special Monthly Compensation

Answer

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation

Answer

Total Disability Individual Unemployability

Answer

Clothing Allowance

Question 2

Under what condition can a veteran receive Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU)?

Accepted Answer

One disability rated 60% or more, or combined 70% with one at 40%

Answer

Any rating above 50%

Answer

Combined rating of 80% or higher

Answer

Any rating preventing part-time work

Question 3

What is a Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam?

Accepted Answer

A medical examination ordered by VA to evaluate a veteran's claimed disability

Answer

A financial needs assessment for VA benefits

Answer

A psychiatric evaluation for PTSD claims only

Answer

An employment assessment for vocational rehabilitation

Question 4

Which VA form is used to authorize the release of private medical records to support a VA claim?

Accepted Answer

VA Form 21-4142

Answer

VA Form 21-526EZ

Answer

VA Form 21-4138

Answer

VA Form 10-5345

Question 5

What is a 'nexus letter' in the context of a VA disability claim?

Accepted Answer

A medical opinion linking a current disability to military service

Answer

A letter from the VA denying a claim

Answer

A letter requesting a C&P exam

Answer

A buddy statement from a fellow veteran

Question 6

What is the VA's duty to assist under the Veterans Claims Assistance Act (VCAA)?

Accepted Answer

To help veterans gather evidence and develop their claims

Answer

To pay all veterans regardless of eligibility

Answer

To automatically approve all claims over 70%

Answer

To provide free legal counsel for all claimants