VSR Compensation Development Module 1 Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Verified | Updated 2024

VA's Duty to Assist - ANSWER-After you receive a substantially complete application for compensation, 38 CFR 3.159 directs that VA will make reasonable efforts to help a claimant obtain evidence necessary to substantiate the claim. Identify Disabilities and Issues - ANSWER-Begin the process of identifying the disabilities and/or issues claimed by the Veteran by analyzing the original claim document (ex. VA Form 21-526, VA Form 21-526EZ or their equivalents). Make sure to review the form in it's entirety to avoid missing important information. The different parts of the form include space for: •The Veteran to list his or her claimed disabilities. •Name and location of treatment for claimed conditions. Note each disability and/or issue claimed as you review the Veteran's original claim. Use the Checklist for Compensation Development Contentions column (from VSR Assistant), or plain notepaper for this task. identify disabilities and issues - ANSWER-After noting the Veteran's claimed disabilities and/or issues listed on the claims form: 1.Continue your analysis of the Veteran's claim by reviewin