[2] The Fully Developed Claim FDC program is the fastest way to get your VA pension claim processed ,s [3] and there s no risk to your taking part in it .s   [4] Just send in all your evidence , or supporting documents , when you file your claim
what if I file a claim in the FDC program?
If you file a claim in the FDC program and we decide that additional documents exist that we need to decide your claim , [7] we ll remove your claim from the FDC program and process it as a standard claim
Do I need to request relevant records?
if we decide we need it for your claim   [92] Make every reasonable effort to request relevant records that you authorize us to get that aren t at a federal facility .s   [93] These may include records from state or local governments , documents from a private doctor , hospital records , or records from current or former employers .
what if I'm claiming increased disability pension benefits based on being housebound?
The evidence must show that you meet at least one of the requirements
If I'm claiming non-service-connected pension benefits I must be a patient in a nursing home for long term care?
at least one of these must also be true about your current situation .s   [43] You:     [44] Are at least 65 years old , [45] or     [46] Are a patient in a nursing home for long - term care , [47] or     [48] Receive Social Security disability benefits , [49] or     [50] Are unemployable because of a disability that doesn t go away , [51] or     [52] Have a disability that doesn t go away and that makes it impossible for you to work , [53] or   [54] Have a disease or disorder that we determine causes permanent and total disability
What are the requirements about my service?
Served on active duty for any length of time during a period of war and were discharged due to a service - connected disability?
yes