How long does a VA compensation and pension remain in review of evidence status?

TSgt David Holman — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 00:40:08 -0500

I had my physical in the early part of December, and have noticed on the website that it almost instantly went into review of evidence. I know there is typically a wait, and I don't effectively retire until 28 February, so I have time, but it would be nice information to have for financial planning.

Response by SSG Laurie Mullen made Dec 30 at 2018 6:51 AM

SSG Laurie Mullen — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 06:51:48 -0500

it's been a while. but i think i had the rating for my shoulder before i started my terminal leave and then i got the rating for my skin shortly after i my retirement date. this was back in 2005 so i don't know how quickly they get processed now.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 30 at 2018 10:18 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 10:18:46 -0500

Good afternoon Sir......... The VA process is a lot quicker now for Soldiers than in years past. They normally try to have your ratings done prior to you getting out... I think soldiers go through BDD program now which allows them to file VA claims 180 to 90 days out from retirement or separation... Once you are out of service and try to do VA claims, that's when the sit and wait game begin........ So you should have your ratings prior to your 28 February retirement date..........

Response by MAJ Raúl Rovira made Dec 30 at 2018 4:17 PM

MAJ Raúl Rovira — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 16:17:56 -0500

It sounds like you did the Pre Discharge Program. This is where you do all your VA medical on your way out of the military.

To give you an idea of the timeline, my last day in the Army was 30 JAN 2016, the retirement date of 01 FEB 2016. By March I had a desition done, I received a letter in April, payments began in May with some back pay.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Dec 30 at 2018 5:08 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:08:13 -0500

Are you still in the military?