PREPARING FOR YOUR EXAM
Comp & Pen Exams are a valuable piece of medical evidence in your case. The VA will ordered a Comp & Pen Exam to provide a medical nexus, or link, between your current condition and your military service. The examiner will also evaluate your symptoms so the VA can properly rate your condition. Without a positive nexus linking your current symptoms to your military service, your claim will be denied.
Your Comp & Pen Exam is your opportunity to tell the VA why your condition is related to your military service. Getting ready for your Comp & Pen Exam can seem overwhelming, so we put together a few tips to keep in mind when preparing for your upcoming exam:
Ask Questions
Do not answer a question you do not understand. Instead, ask the examiner to explain what they mean if necessary. Do not talk to fill the space or time.
These quick overview videos discuss the basics of what you need to know and what to expect at your Comp & Pen Exam:
