VA claim (C&P) exam resumption

As a Veteran who may be planning to file or has recently filed a VA compensation or pension claim, we know that you may have questions about the claim process and what to expect. After you submit your claim, an important part of the claim decision process may include a VA claim exam, also known as a compensation and pension (C&P) exam.

Scheduled Appointments

If you have any questions regarding your appointments to include rescheduling, canceling an existing appointment(s), or missed appointment(s), please see the COVID-19 Contract Exam Fact Sheet for guidance and points of contact.

Get answers to commonly asked questions about the C&P claim exam

Visit va.gov/disability/va-claim-exam to learn more about claim exams after you file your disability benefits claim.

Video Series: What to Expect During Your Claim Exam

Our YouTube playlist on VA claim exams will walk you through what may happen and what to expect during your exam based on your claimed condition(s).