Mr. ___________,

I hope you are doing well! As you may know, the VA recently issued a decision in your case. A copy of the decision is attached to this email for your records. After carefully reviewing your file, here is a breakdown of what the decision says and what the next steps are in your case:

What the Decision Said

In the __________ decision, the VA ____________________

Review of Your Decision

After careful review of your file, we found a duty to assist error for the following claims:



This means we will be appealing in the Higher Level Review lane, and asking the VA to order a new Comp & Pen Exam to adequately evaluate the above claims and render a medical opinion after considering all the relevant information contained in the record.

Your New Monthly Benefit Amount

As of next month you should begin to receive $______ each month, as you are now at ___%.

Dependency Status

You are being paid as a single veteran with no dependents.