Getting the Most Out of ClaimPrep Vet: First-Time User Walkthrough

Before you log in

You'll move faster if you have a few things nearby. None of these are required to start — ClaimPrep Vet is designed to work even if you only have partial information.

• A list of conditions you want to claim (even rough)
• DD-214 or service summary, if accessible
• Any existing VA decision letters
• Names of providers who've treated the conditions

What ClaimPrep Vet helps you do

• Organize service history, conditions, and supporting evidence in one place.
• Translate plain-language symptom descriptions into the structured language the VA uses.
• Spot gaps — missing documentation, vague timelines, conditions that need a nexus.
• Prepare for VA exams and conversations with accredited representatives.

ClaimPrep Vet is not a substitute for an accredited VSO, attorney, or claims agent. It's a readiness tool that makes those conversations dramatically more productive.

Your first session — what to expect

1. Account and consent. Quick onboarding. Your data is private and never sold.
2. Service intake. Branch, dates, deployments, exposures. Skip anything you're unsure of — you can come back.
3. Condition intake. One condition at a time. Be specific about symptoms and impact.
4. Evidence checklist. ClaimPrep Vet shows what's strong, what's weak, and what's missing.
5. Summary export. Take it to your VSO, attorney, or use it to file directly.

Common first-session mistakes to avoid

• Trying to "sound official." Plain language is better than medical jargon you're guessing at.
• Leaving out conditions you think won't qualify. Let the system flag what's worth claiming.
• Stopping at one condition. Most veterans qualify for more than they initially file for.

Where to go next

After your first pass, share the export with a VSO or accredited representative. They'll handle the actual filing — ClaimPrep Vet handles the preparation.