CVA Veterans Benefits & Compensation Claims

Question 1

What VA form is used to initiate a claim for disability compensation?

Accepted Answer

VA Form 21-526EZ

Answer

VA Form 21-4142

Answer

VA Form 10-10EZ

Answer

VA Form 21-0781

Question 2

Which rating system does the VA use to determine the combined disability percentage for veterans with multiple service-connected conditions?

Accepted Answer

The whole person method (combined ratings table)

Answer

Simple addition of individual ratings

Answer

Average of all individual ratings

Answer

The highest single rating only

Question 3

What is the effective date for a claim based on a Fully Developed Claim (FDC) that is submitted within one year of separation from active duty?

Accepted Answer

Date of discharge from active duty

Answer

Date of VA receipt of the claim

Answer

Date of first medical treatment

Answer

Date the rating decision is issued

Question 4

What is the minimum combined disability rating required for a veteran to receive VA disability compensation?

Accepted Answer

10%

Answer

5%

Answer

20%

Answer

30%

Question 5

Which type of VA disability claim requires the veteran to show that a current disability was caused or aggravated by military service?

Accepted Answer

Direct service connection

Answer

Secondary service connection

Answer

Presumptive service connection

Answer

Aggravation claim

Question 6

What document is commonly referred to as the 'buddy statement' in VA claims?

Accepted Answer

VA Form 21-4138

Answer

VA Form 21-4142

Answer

VA Form 21-0781a

Answer

VA Form 21-10210