Some veterans do develop this autoimmune disorder as a result of their military service. Exposure to certain dust and fibers can cause rheumatoid arthritis. There are also relatively new findings that support a link between military burn pits and rheumatoid arthritis.
VA disability benefit requirements can change over time. If you were told in the past that your rheumatoid arthritis was not service-connected, the laws may be different now. Give us a call today for a free case review as we can help you file a Supplemental Claim if you're eligible, no matter how long ago you received a VA denial letter.