14 Questions
What is the primary eligibility criteria for veterans to receive VA benefits?
Discharge from active military service under other than dishonorable conditions
What kind of compensation are veterans entitled to if they have a 'service connected' disability?
Disability Compensation
How can veterans apply for Disability Compensation?
Fill out a VA 21526EZ form and file it with the Regional VA Office
Do veterans have to prove that they were exposed to asbestos in the military to get approved for benefits?
No, they do not need to prove exposure
What is the key to getting approved for VA benefits related to asbestos exposure?
Writing a detailed exposure summary that emphasizes military exposure
Which of the following diseases is NOT acknowledged by the VA as being caused by asbestos exposure?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
What must a doctor state in writing for an illness to be accepted by the VA as caused by asbestos?
"At least as likely as not" to have been caused by asbestos
What are the primary functions of a Veteran Service Representative?
Assisting veterans in filing for VA benefits and tracking claims progress
What will the VA consider when adjudicating a claim for service connection for a disability resulting from exposure to asbestos?
Latency, exposure factors, and the relationship between exposure to asbestos and the claimed disease
What is the primary factor that determines whether an asbestos illness is service-related according to the VA?
Detailed service record
What types of cancers does the VA acknowledge as being caused by inhalation of asbestos fibers?
Lung, bronchus, and gastrointestinal tract cancers
What is the role of Veteran Service Officers (VSO) and Veteran Claims Agents (VCA)?
Assisting veterans in filing for VA benefits with different organizations
What should be the primary focus of a detailed exposure summary when applying for VA benefits related to asbestos exposure?
Emphasizing the majority of exposure came from military service
What is recommended for veterans when dealing with the VA regarding asbestos-related claims?
Working through an accredited representative who is an expert in the field
Test your knowledge on the eligibility criteria for veterans to receive benefits from the VA. Eligibility for most VA benefits is based upon discharge from active military service under other than dishonorable conditions.
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