Claim preparation

Tell us what you’re preparing for

Your answers create an organizing checklist. They do not determine whether a condition is service connected.

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Before you begin

Work on one condition at a time. You can save and return later, leave optional sections blank, and add documents at any point.

  • Questions appear in short sections.
  • Approximate dates are okay when clearly identified.
  • Debrief will ask for any essential missing facts before drafting.
First, choose a condition

What condition or health issue are you preparing for?

The list is a starting point, not an official or complete list of claimable conditions.

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Fictional alpha scenarios only. Do not enter real health or identifying information. This self-directed tool organizes what you provide; it does not represent you, determine eligibility, or submit anything to VA.