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:
These quick overview videos discuss the basics of what you need to know and what to expect at your Comp & Pen Exam:
