The VA has been developing AI systems to help claims processors sift through the evidence that veterans submit for their disability claims.

Applying for a VA disability rating can be a difficult, confusing, and arduous process that can feel overwhelming even for the most prepared veterans. The maze of forms, deadlines, and medical ...

According to the VA, recent improvements have sharply reduced wait times.

Right now, nearly 1 in 3 initial VA disability claims are denied. We built VABN University to be the West Point of the VA disability claims community—a place where veterans learn the rules, the ...

For millions of veterans navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs system, staying on top of policy changes and legislative updates can feel like a full-time job. In 2026, a wave of significant ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs has reduced the average disability claim processing time to 72.3 days as of April 2026, the fastest pace in its history. This marks a steep drop from 141.5 days in ...