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A veteran must report for the C&P exam. If a veteran fails to undergo the examination, the VA typically will deny the veteran's claim. If a veteran cannot get to the VA medical center for a C&P exam appointment, the veteran should provide an explanation in writing to the VA Regional Office.
Table of Contents Table of Contents. #1. Don't Show Up Unprepared. #2. Don't Ever Lie or Stretch the Truth. #3. Don't Overexaggerate Your Symptoms. #4. Don't Downplay or Minimize Your Symptoms. #5. Don't Behave Differently Than You Normally Would. #6. Don't Assume the C&P Examiner Knows Everything About Your Claim. #7.
The C&P exam is to confirm a disability and also give an opinion regarding Service Connection. It is very important as it is used in the decision making process on whether or not to grant Service Connection and any Compensation for that service connected disability.
C&P exams are not required for every claim, and it's entirely possible to receive a VA rating without one. C&P exams are only necessary when the VA needs more information to determine the extent of your disability, the connection between your service and disability, or the value of your compensation.
During the C&P examination, you will be asked questions, have your behavior observed, have a physical examination performed, or they may just review your file with you (a chart review).
Cardiovascular Examination A thorough physical examination is part of the C&P exam. The examiner will listen to your heart, check for swelling in your legs, and perform other relevant assessments to evaluate your cardiovascular health.
NOTE 2: For VA purposes, the INITIAL diagnosis of hypertension or isolated systolic hypertension must be confirmed by readings taken 2 or more times on at least 3 different days. Blood pressure results may be obtained from existing medical records or through scheduled visits for blood pressure measurements.
Crying during a C&P exam is not inherently harmful to your claim; in fact, it could be helpful and serve as valuable evidence of the severity of your emotional or psychological condition.
After you file your disability benefits claim, we may ask you to have a claim exam (also known as a compensation and pension, or C&P, exam).
Comments Section Go to va to see if you've been previous denied for panic/anxiety or any other claimed mental health condition. If denied, you'll need to submit a VA Form 20-0995 (Supplemental Claim). If never previously claimed or denied, re-file on a VA Form 526EZ (or online at va).