SUCCESS RATE of VA Disability Appeals As Of 2025

VA Disability Appeal Success Rates Depend on Appeal Type and Evidence Quality: Success rates for VA appeals vary based on the type of appeal and the quality of evidence submitted. Higher-Level Reviews (HLRs) and Supplemental Claims both have an estimated 50% success rate, while Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) appeals average 38% success. Veterans should carefully evaluate their options and submit strong, probative evidence to increase their chances of approval.

When you receive a VA rating decision, you have three primary avenues to consider if you disagree with the outcome:

1. Higher-Level Review (HLR): Choose this option if you believe the initial decision was incorrect but don’t have new evidence to present. A more experienced reviewer will re-evaluate your existing file to identify any errors.
2. Supplemental Claim: If you possess new and relevant evidence that wasn’t part of your original claim, this is your path. By submitting this additional information, the VA will reassess your claim, potentially leading to a favorable decision.
3. Board Appeal: If you’re seeking a review by a Veterans Law Judge, this is the route. You can opt for a direct review of your existing evidence, submit new evidence, or request a hearing. Each choice has implications for the timeline and outcome of your appeal.
It’s crucial to act within one-year from the date of your VA rating decision to initiate any of these appeals.

As of now one in two veterans will get a successful VA HLR decision so 50%
Same with Supplemental claims.

If you plan on filing a claim below here are the forms to file your claim for an initial claim or request for an increase, file a supplemental claim or a higher level review below.

21-526 Ez - https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-f...
20-0995 - https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-f...
20-0996 - https://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/vba...

As always we want to make sure you know that there are a few ways to file a VA disability claim below:

Online - https://www.va.gov/disability/file-di...
Mailing in forms mail to:
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
CLAIMS INTAKE CENTER
PO BOX 4444
JANESVILLE, WI 53547-4444
or Fax to:
TOLL FREE: 844-531-7818 & 248-524-4260 (Utilized for Foreign Claimants)

File Your Claim In-person at your local regional VA office - https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefit...
Do Your Intent to file online or Call 1-800-827-1000
Download The VA App Today - https://mobile.va.gov/appstore

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