Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) Timeline Explained - S3E7

This episode discusses the process of receiving VA disability payments after retirement. The conversation covers topics such as utilizing the DAV for VA claims, submitting a BDD claim, scheduling medical appointments, checking the VA claim status, receiving VA disability payments, logging in to VA.gov, using VA mobile apps, storing important documents, prioritizing oneself during transition, filling out VA claim forms, and seeking assistance from VSOs. The hosts emphasize the importance of prioritizing oneself during the transition process and recommend reaching out to veteran service organizations for guidance and support.

Takeaways
Utilize the DAV or other veteran service organizations to navigate the VA claim process.
Submit a BDD claim to expedite the VA rating process before retirement.
Schedule medical appointments within the designated timeframe to stay within the BDD claim timeline. Check the VA claim status regularly and communicate with the VA for updates.
Store important documents digitally for easy access and use VA mobile apps for additional resources. Prioritize oneself during the transition process and seek assistance from VSOs for guidance and support.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and VA Disability Payment
02:16 Utilizing the DAV for VA Claim
03:44 Submitting the BDD Claim
04:41 Scheduling Medical Appointments
06:04 Retirement and Checking VA Claim Status
07:30 Receiving VA Disability Payment
08:30 Storing Important Documents
12:17 Checking VA Disability Rating
13:38 Logging in to VA.gov
16:13 VA Mobile Apps
19:45 Importance of Document Storage
23:03 Prioritizing Yourself during Transition
27:25 Filling Out VA Claim Forms
31:46 Assistance from VSOs
39:12 Community Resources and Conclusion

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[scottjenkins]

I did BDD. Had my claim in 72 days into the 90 day window That starts from the 180 day from ETS mark. I retired February 1st and got my VA claim decision 8 days later.

[GarrettYancy]

Just had my EAS on August 11th. Went from step 5 back to step 3 because of a HAIMS STR request from the VA. Submitted it and now just waiting at step 3. Hopefully I find out within the next month or two.

[kevin-duve]

man, im still waiting, i did my claims through WWP and they did great, but ive been waiting since december 7 to get a rating, i was discharged february 21 this year, i even contacted my congressman and no dice, im wait for a decision currently.

[Velleb]

Thanks for putting this out! My window opens in July. One thing I can’t get a clear answer to is the proposed changes for SA, MH, etc…When I submit in July and the changes got into effect before my ETS what rating criteria will I fall under the old or new? My ETS is December.

[BorisYeltzin]

I was going with a VSO with WWP and he absolutely fucked me. I’m ending up sending everything up myself.

[spasplash]

So you went to the DAV and they can help active duty Marines who are 180-90 days out. Because doing the process looks confusing. I’m just wondering if they are able to help with it? Appreciate you

[Vinegarissweet]

This is my 3rd time watching this. Lol. Thanks!

[johnramos]

When I start my BDD do I have to see DAV to help me file?

[Cidadadumundo]

Thank you for this. I’ve just filled my BDD claim. What forms were sent to you to be completed before the VA appointment?

[ibisnatura]

Whatever you do, be aware to have a basic understanding of what Project 2025 has to do with VA benefits. Who is endorsing it and why is important to either support it or repell it and how to do either or. Is very important to be informed because is going to impact every single veteran.