When your injuries or disabilities worsen, it’s frustrating to feel like your VA rating no longer reflects your true reality. Many Veterans find themselves stuck with percentages that don’t match the pain, limitations, or challenges they face every day and no clear path forward to increasing financial benefits. Veterans don’t have to settle for less than what their years of service have earned. At United Veteran Benefits Agency (UVBA), we help Veterans file for rating increases that more accurately reflect their current condition. Whether you’re presenting new medical evidence, filing an appeal, or documenting worsening symptoms, our team knows how to navigate the process and get results. With a 90% success rate and clients averaging a 30% rating increase, UVBA has helped thousands of Veterans secure fair compensation and restore peace of mind knowing their benefits truly match their sacrifice.
Persue the Maximum Benefits You May Qualify For
If you believe your initial disability rating is incorrect or the effective date was wrong, you can file an appeal to increase your VA disability rating within one year of the initial decision.
Many injuries or disabilities sustained during service can worsen over time and require filing a new claim for an increased rating to accurately reflect the severity of your condition(s).
Those with severe service-related disabilities can file for Total Disability with a 100% rating, should they confirm that injuries sustained during service prevent gainful employment.
Often overlooked, filing for a secondary condition is a pathway to secure additional VA disability ratings and fair compensation for injuries or disabilities.
Increasing your VA disability rating isn’t just about changing a percentage; it’s about getting the care, stability, and recognition you’ve earned without facing denial. When injuries worsen or new conditions appear, your rating and level of financial compensation should evolve as well. At United Veteran Benefits Agency (UVBA), we help Veterans gather the medical records, buddy statements, and documentation needed to prove their change and secure a fair outcome. Even a 10% increase can mean a major improvement in long-term financial security and healthcare access. In some cases, combining disabilities may also qualify you for Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU), providing full compensation when service-connected conditions limit steady employment. With expert support and proven success, UVBA helps you strengthen your case, file confidently, and ensure your benefits reflect the full scope of your service and sacrifice.
Receive Full Payment from the VA for Your Conditions
There are several pieces of documentation required to support new disability rating claims where the applicant is seeking a higher rate. This can include one or all of the following documentation types, depending on the specific disability. Applicants may be asked to provide additional private medical records showing treatment or diagnosis of ailments from non-VA medical providers, additional VA medical records, X-ray or MRI tests, supporting statements or buddy statements, and even Nexus letters that establish the necessary link between your specific disability and medical service. All of this documentation must be ready to provide before filing a claim to increase your VA disability rating, and the UVBA can assist with organizing this information to improve the chances of a successful appeal.
Get Help with Additional Supporting DocumentsProcessing times vary, but most rating increase claims take about three to four months for a decision. UVBA helps Veterans streamline this process by submitting complete, accurate documentation and medical evidence, improving the likelihood of a faster, successful outcome.
Yes. The VA provides back pay for any awarded increase, starting from the date your claim was filed, not the date it was approved.
TDIU is a VA benefit that pays at the 100% rate for Veterans who can’t maintain gainful employment due to service-connected disabilities. UVBA can help determine if you qualify and guide you through the application process.
A secondary claim arises when a new condition develops because of a service-connected disability. For example, chronic migraines caused by a neck or back injury may qualify as a secondary claim and increase your overall VA rating.
Veterans helping Veterans isn’t just a quick saying or a motto; it's who we are and what we do at United Veterans Benefit Agency. If you are interested in learning more about whether or not you qualify for VA disability benefits for the first time, send us a message to start the process with a knowledgeable team member. If you have questions or are concerned about how you may increase your VA disability rating, don’t hesitate to contact us today. If you are running into consistent roadblocks with medical documentation or the VA process, we’re here to help. We understand the challenges of the disability rating process and are ready to help you file successful claims and receive the life-changing benefits you deserve. Thank you for your service, and we look forward to supporting you and your family throughout the entire process. Send us a message or give us a call to get started.
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