VA decision reviews and appeals
The legacy VA appeals process has changed to the decision review process. If you disagree with a VA decision dated on or after February 19, 2019, you can choose from 3 decision review options (Supplemental Claim, Higher-Level Review, or Board Appeal) to continue your case. If you aren’t satisfied with the results of the first option you choose, you can try another eligible option.
Request a decision review
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Decision review option: Supplemental Claim
You can file a Supplemental Claim if you have new and relevant evidence that we didn't have when we reviewed your case before.
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Decision review option: Higher-Level Review
Ask for a more senior reviewer to look at your case. You can’t submit new evidence with a Higher-Level Review.
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Decision review option: Board Appeal
You can appeal to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals and have a Veterans Law Judge review your case.
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After you request a decision review
Find out what happens after you request a decision review.
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Contested claims
If you’re one of multiple people claiming a benefit that only one party has a right to, find out how to request a decision review.
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Insurance claims
If you have an insurance claim, find out how to request a decision review.
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Fiduciary claims
If you have a fiduciary claim, find out how to request a decision review.
Manage your decision reviews and appeals
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Check your VA claim status
If you already requested a decision review or filed a legacy VA appeal, sign in or create an account to check your status.
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Manage your legacy VA appeal
If you filed a Notice of Disagreement for a decision dated before February 19, 2019, learn about the legacy VA appeal process.
More information and resources
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Choosing a decision review option
Find out which decision review option is right for you.
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Frequently asked questions
Get answers to frequently asked questions about decision reviews.
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Get help requesting a decision review
A Veterans Service Organization or VA-accredited attorney or agent can help you request a decision review.
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Manage your VA debt
Check the status of debt related to VA disability compensation, non-service-connected pension, or education benefits. You can also make payments or request help.
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The Appeals Modernization Act
Learn more about how this law improves the claims and appeals process.
