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What is the VA appeals modernization process?

In this post, I’d like to provide an overview of the major changes to the VA claims process under “AMA” or the VA Appeals Modernization Act. AMA centers on structural changes to the old VA appeals process, which the VA is now calling the...

When might you use the VA Higher Level Review Process?

by Chris Attig | 85 comments

What is the VA Higher Level Review Process? The VA Higher Level Review process is part of the new Modernized Appeal process (AMA). Under the AMA, veterans and survivors must choose between 3 paths if (after February 19, 2019) they receive a VA Ratings Decision they do...