VA Disability Claims
Help preparing and filing a strong, well-documented claim.
- New claims
- Increases for worsened conditions
- Secondary conditions
Raptor Consulting
Veteran claim support, done right the first time.
Help with VA disability claims, appeals, and Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC). Start from your phone, upload what you have, and we take it from there.
- Enter your info once
- Snap photos of your documents
- One-on-one consultation
Services
What we help with
From your first claim to an increase, an appeal, or CRSC, we help you organize the evidence and put together a clear, complete package.
Appeals
If you disagree with a VA decision, we help you choose a path and build the record.
- Supplemental Claims with new and relevant evidence
- Board of Veterans' Appeals
CRSC
Combat-Related Special Compensation for military retirees with combat-related disabilities, including DD Form 2860 preparation.
- Eligibility review
- Linking conditions to combat-related events
C&P Exam Prep
Know what to expect at your Compensation & Pension exam and how to describe your symptoms clearly and accurately.
SISOC & Nexus Support
Help organizing statements in support of claim and preparing the information a provider needs for a nexus opinion.
Evidence & Records Review
A careful read of your service, VA, and private medical records to find what supports your claim and what is still missing.
How it works
Four steps, no runaround
You shouldn't have to fill out the same form three times. The process is built so you give us your information once.
- STEP 01
Secure intake from your phone
Open your secure intake link, enter your basics once, and snap photos or upload your DD-214, decision letters, and records.
- STEP 02
Consultation call
We go over your service history, conditions, and goals together and fill in anything the documents didn't cover.
- STEP 03
Claim prepared & filed
Your forms, statements, and supporting evidence are put together into a complete package for filing.
- STEP 04
C&P prep & follow-up
We help you get ready for your exam and stay on top of next steps until a decision arrives.
Start your secure intake
Encrypted HTTPS connection. Works on any phone.
Military retirees
Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)
CRSC is a tax-free monthly payment for military retirees whose VA-rated disabilities are combat-related. It can restore some or all of the retired pay that is offset by VA disability compensation. You apply through your branch of service, not through VA.
General eligibility requirements:
- You are entitled to military retired pay, including Chapter 61 medical retirement with fewer than 20 years of service
- You have a VA disability rating of 10% or more
- Your retired pay is reduced by your VA disability compensation
- Your disability is connected to a combat-related event
Combat-related categories
Each condition on a CRSC application is tied to one of these categories and backed by documentation.
- Armed conflictInjuries from combat, hostile fire, or enemy action
- Hazardous dutySuch as flight, diving, parachute, or demolition duty
- Conditions simulating warTraining exercises, live-fire, and field maneuvers
- Instrumentality of warInjuries caused by military vehicles, weapons, or equipment
- Presumptive exposuresSuch as Agent Orange, radiation, or Gulf War exposure
About
Built for veterans
Raptor Consulting was founded by Mike Watson to give veterans a straightforward, organized way through the claims process. You get a real person who knows your case, not a call center.
We focus on doing the paperwork right the first time: complete evidence, clear statements, and forms that match your records, so you can spend less time chasing documents.
ThoroughEvery condition, every record, every form checked.
StraightforwardPlain-language answers and clear next steps.
RespectfulYour time, your story, and your privacy come first.
FAQ
Common questions
What documents should I have ready?
Helpful documents include your DD-214, any VA decision letters or rating code sheets, service treatment records, VA and private medical records, and, for CRSC, your retirement orders. Don't worry if you don't have everything. Start with what you have and we'll identify what's missing.
What is a secondary condition?
A secondary condition is a disability caused or made worse by a condition that is already service-connected. For example, a knee condition that leads to a hip or back problem. Secondary claims usually need medical evidence that links the two.
What are my options if VA denied my claim?
Two common paths are a Supplemental Claim, which requires new and relevant evidence, and an appeal to the Board of Veterans' Appeals. Deadlines matter: filing within one year of the decision generally protects your effective date.
What is a C&P exam?
A Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam is a medical evaluation requested by VA and done by a VA or contracted examiner. It helps VA decide whether a condition is service-connected and how severe it is. Preparing helps you describe your symptoms clearly and accurately.
What is a nexus statement?
A nexus statement is a medical opinion from a qualified provider explaining whether a condition is at least as likely as not related to your service or to another service-connected condition.
Can I receive both CRSC and CRDP?
No. You can't receive Combat-Related Special Compensation and Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay at the same time. If you qualify for both, you'll generally be paid whichever is greater, and you can choose between them during the annual open season.
Is my information secure?
The intake link uses an encrypted HTTPS connection, and your information is used only to work on your case.
Are you part of the VA?
No. Raptor Consulting is an independent business and is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Contact
Let's get started
Questions before you begin? Call or email Mike directly.