Insurance claims 


Mark your calendar 
You have 1 year from the date on your decision to request a decision review. 

Decision review options 


Add new and relevant evidence 
Download VA Form 20 - 0995: Supplemental Claim PDF When you choose to file a Supplemental Claim , you re adding new evidence that supportsyour case or identifying evidence for review. A reviewer will determine whether the new evidence changes the decision. Learn how to file a Supplemental Claim 

Ask for a new look from a senior reviewer 
Download VA Form 20 - 0996: Higher - Level Review PDF When you choose to request a Higher - Level Review , you re asking for another review of the same evidence. A senior reviewer will take another look at your case and determine whether the decision can be changed based on a difference of opinion or an error. Learn how to request a Higher - Level Review 

Can I request a Higher-Level Review? 
You can request a Higher - Level Review of an initial claim or Supplemental Claimdecision. This option isn t available after a Higher - Level Review or Board decision. 

Appeal to a Veterans Law Judge 
Download VA Form 10182: Board Appeal PDF A judge at the Board of Veterans Appeals in Washington, D.C., will review your case. Learn more about how to request a Board Appeal 

Can I request a Board Appeal? 
You can request a Board Appeal after an initial claim, Supplemental Claim, or Higher - Level Review decision. You can t request two Board Appeals in a row. 

Bring an action in district court 
You also have the option to bring an action in a United States district court. You have 6 years to bring such an action after accrual of the right for which the claim is made. You may want to speak with an attorney about this option. 

After a Board decision 
If you disagree with the Board s decision and have new and relevant evidence that supports your case , you can file a Supplemental Claim. You can also appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Learn more abo

user: How are you doing? I have some questions about what to do after a board decision I have a problem with.

assistant: Of course. Do you disagree with the board decision and have new and relevant evidence that supports your case?

user: No, while I do disagree I lack the evidence that you need.

user: Because of that I want to request another review from a higher level. Is that possible?

assistant: Yes, you can request a Higher-Level Review of an initial claim or Supplemental Claim decision. This option isn't available after a Higher-Level Review or Board decision though.

user: Alright. So what is the time limit on requesting a review?

assistant: You have 1 year from the date on your decision to request a decision review.

user: Ok, got that. And what if VA schedules an exam for me?

assistant: In that case be sure not to miss them. They are important.

user: I wasn't planning to. Tell me, if a senior reviewer gives it a second glance, what exactly will happen?

assistant: A senior reviewer will take another look at your case and determine whether the decision can be changed based on a difference of opinion or an error. 

user: That's exactly the information I wanted, thank you. What if I have any other questions?

assistant: If you visit our FAQ, you can get answers to frequently asked questions about decision reviews.