VSO Exam Lesson 1-6 with Questions and Correct Answers

VA Form 21-22 In an order for a Service organization to represent a veteran, the Veteran must complete documentation bestowing power of attorney rights to the organization. This authorization is documented on VA Form 21-22 Appointment of Service Organization as Claimants (POA) What is a (VSO) Veterans Service Officer authorized to do for a claimants claim? A VSO is authorized to prepare, present, and prosecute a claimants claim and has the authority to review the claimant records, present evidence on behalf of the claimant, submit an intent to file, non-original claim, a notice of disagreement, or a substantive appeal on behalf of the claimant, and withdraw an appeal. What is a (VSO) Veterans Service Officer not authorized to do for a claimants claim? A VSO may not sign original applications for veterans benefits or other forms requiring claimant certification such as eligibility verification report If a (VSO) Veteran Service Officer suspects the claimant has provided fraudulent information he or she should do what? Advise the Claimant that this is against the law Under what circumstances can an accredited VSO discuss the veterans claims information with someone else? When permission to do so has been obtained from the veteran. Why did congress decide to charter Veterans Organizations whos sole purpose was to provide assistance to veterans at no cost? In order to offset the loss of attorneys, after a limit was placed on attorney fees for representing veterans.. The Department of Veterans Affairs is comprised of how many Administrations? 3 1. Veterans Health Administration 2. National Cemetery Administration 3. Veterans Benefits Administration Name the 3 Administrations that comprise The Department of Veterans Affairs? 1. Veterans Health Administration 2. National Cemetery Administration 3. Veterans Benefits Administration