Allsup

Consultant

• Review and prepare summaries of veterans’ claims files, including VA decisions and medical evidence
• Analyze VA law and regulations and determine errors of law to compose briefs
• Review medical records, applications, and medical development profiles to determine records to solicit
• Select and send appropriate disability benefit questionnaires to medical providers
• Assist claimants with drafting lay statements
• Draft independent medical opinion request letters and case summaries
• Identify and send correct VA disability benefit questionnaires
• Review claims-agent briefs, providing proofreading and research
• Review cases for technical problems and medical eligibility
• Research reference material to support case development and documentation
• Process work accurately and timely
• Document conversations and actions in system notes
• Maintain technical knowledge of VA programs and procedures
• Review claims for viability and closure
• Contact claimants/clients to review and discuss cases
• Participate in training sessions and demonstrations
• Mentor peers and support staff
• Assist with claims-agent functions, including claim status, drafting appeals, and VA forms
• Work on special projects

Claims Consultant – Veterans Disability Appeals