Understand your VA claim appeal options.
Answer questions about your decision, available evidence and preferences. Appeals Advisor explains a suggested review path and alternatives so you can compare the differences.
See why the options differ.
Start with your situation. Work through questions about the decision, new evidence and whether you want a hearing. Read the reason behind the suggestion. See which answers led to the suggested path. Review the alternatives before deciding what you want to explore. Compare the tradeoffs. Understand how the paths differ in their handling of evidence and review. Read any timing figures as historical context.
Keep the choice in your hands.
The questionnaire helps organize the comparison. Use its explanation to identify what you still need to check in your decision notice and the requirements for that review option. Start free
Common questions
Which options does it cover?
Supplemental Claims, Higher-Level Reviews and Board Appeals. VA provides different review routes, including different rules for new evidence. VA decision-review overview
How does it produce a suggestion?
It uses rules based on your answers. The explanation helps you understand which factors affected the result.
Is a confidence label my chance of success?
No. It is a label assigned by the questionnaire's rules, not a measured probability about your case.
Does choosing an option file the request?
No. You still need to complete the appropriate filing steps. Using this tool does not preserve a filing deadline.
How do I get started?
Create a free account without a credit card. Standard includes this tool’s paid features. You can compare plans and any eligible introductory offer in your account before paying.