Episode #16 – Why you should pursue your VA disability benefits
Episode Description Many Veterans struggle with whether or not to file for VA disability compensation. We have found that most Veterans are reluctant because they don’t want the label of being disabled or feel they deserve the benefits. In this episode, we talk with Matt Briggs. Matt is a Veteran and works with Loxley Services, […]
Episode #12 – What is Sleep Apnea and Why It Occurs
Episode Description Sleep apnea is such a valuable disability for Veterans. Many Veterans suffer from sleep apnea, and when done correctly, can become service-connected. In today’s episode, Robin Hoon speaks with Danny Davis about all things Sleep Apnea! Some Veterans don’t know that they have sleep apnea, and they could potentially be service-connected for it. […]
Episode #11 – How Veterans May Be Able To Get An Earlier Effective Date For Their Claim Or Appeals
Episode Description A frequently asked question from many Veterans is, “How can I get an earlier effective date for my claim or my appeal?” In today’s episode, Robin Hoon speaks with Jimmy Trieschmann about being eligible for an earlier effective date. Jimmy is a VA accredited disability attorney. Jimmy specializes in helping Veterans win appeal […]
Episode #10 – Using Medical Consulting To Help Get The VA Benefits You Deserve
Episode Description Many Veterans are curious about how medical consulting can help them get the benefits they deserve. In today’s episode, Robin Hoon speaks with Vet Comp and Pen employee Holly Collins about her journey with Medical Consulting. Holly was a medic in the US Army from 1998-2006. She started working at Vet Comp and […]
Episode #9 – What Veterans Need To Know Before Pursing A Sleep Apnea VA Disability
Episode Description Veterans need to understand what sleep apnea is before pursuing a sleep apnea VA disability. In this episode, Robin Hoon speaks with Vet Comp and Pen employee, Louann Crosby. Louann has been working for Vet Comp and Pen since 2016. She provides medical consulting to Veterans who are seeking service connection. The most […]
Episode #8 – Veteran Mental Health Appeals
Episode Description Mental Health claims can be hard to navigate when filling for VA disabilities, especially when you need to appeal your decision. In this episode, Robin Hoon speaks with expert Evan Seamone about Mental Health Appeals. Evan served 12 years of active duty as a lawyer. He witnessed many mental health trials and was […]
Episode #7 – How Veterans Can Start the Filling Process for a VA Disability Claim
Episode Description Many Veterans don’t know where to start the VA process and what disabilities they may be eligible for. In this episode, Robin Hoon speaks with Danny Davis about the different steps you can take to file a successful VA disability claim. A disability that could qualify for service-connected is any chronic condition that […]
Episode #6 – What Veterans Should Gather Before Pursuing Their VA Disability Benefits
Episode Description For many Veterans, starting their pursuit for VA disability benefits can be a very daunting task. In this episode, Robin Hoon speaks with a former Army Veteran, Dan Schmidt, about the steps you should take before you begin pursuing VA disability benefits. As soon as you decide you want to pursue your VA disability […]
Episode #5 – Pursuing A Private Mental Health Evaluation
Episode Description Is pursuing a private mental health evaluation something that would benefit you when pursuing a VA service-connected disability? Today, Robin speaks with one of Vet Comp and Pen’s mental health specialist, Lucas, about what a private mental health evaluation would entail and who would benefit from this evaluation. Every Veteran case is different. […]
Episode #4 – What Veterans Should Expect Once They Become Service-connected For Mental Health
Episode Description By nature, a mental health diagnosis can change often. So, what does that mean for your service-connected mental health disability? In this episode, Robin speaks with one of Vet Comp and Pen’s mental health specialist, Lucas, about what Veterans should expect after becoming service-connected for mental health. Keep in mind; if a Veteran […]