What if I disagree with VA’s decision?
Understand review and appeal options without committing to a particular strategy.
What is a Supplemental Claim?
A review option generally involving new and relevant evidence.
What is Higher-Level Review?
A review by a more senior adjudicator, generally based on the existing evidentiary record.
What is a Board appeal?
A request for review by the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, with different dockets and evidentiary rules.
Can I appeal to the Veterans Court?
Certain final Board decisions can be appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, generally within 120 days of the Board decision mailing date.
General educational information only. Laws, regulations, and VA policies can change; check current official sources for your situation.