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Medical Nexus Letters (Secondary & Aggravation)

Medical Nexus Letters (Secondary & Aggravation)

Medical Nexus Letters (Secondary & Aggravation)

We specialize in evidence-based medical nexus opinions that clearly explain the relationship between a Veteran’s service-connected condition and a claimed disability.

Nexus opinions are most effective when:

  • Medical causation is missing or unclear
  • Secondary service connection is claimed
  • Aggravation beyond natural progression must be addressed
  • Prior VA examinations lack adequate rationale

Each nexus opinion includes:

  • Comprehensive medical record review
  • Identification of the appropriate nexus theory
  • Clear, rationalized medical reasoning
  • VA-aligned language and standards
  • Discussion of aggravation when applicable

Medical Record Review & Chronologies

Medical Nexus Letters (Secondary & Aggravation)

Medical Nexus Letters (Secondary & Aggravation)

A strong medical opinion begins with a strong factual foundation. This service is often used to identify viable secondary or aggravation theories before a nexus opinion is created.

We provide:

  • Thorough review of service and post-service medical records
  • Identification of relevant symptoms, timelines, and risk factors
  • Clarification of inconsistencies or missing documentation
  • Medical chronologies supporting nexus development

Functional Impact & Severity Analysis

Behavioral Health & Psychiatric-Related Medical Opinions

Behavioral Health & Psychiatric-Related Medical Opinions

VA adjudication focuses not only on diagnosis, but functional impairment. We provide VA-aligned functional impact analysis addressing functional worsening due to untreated or aggravated conditions

Behavioral Health & Psychiatric-Related Medical Opinions

Behavioral Health & Psychiatric-Related Medical Opinions

Behavioral Health & Psychiatric-Related Medical Opinions

With a background in behavioral health, we provide medical opinions addressing how psychiatric conditions disrupt sleep architecture, contribute to weight gain and fatigue, interfere with treatment compliance, and aggravate underlying medical conditions. These opinions are especially helpful in secondary and aggravation VA claims.

Additional Information

Fees & Engagements

Engagements range from individual case support to ongoing monthly volume arrangements.

  • Standard nexus opinions provided at a flat rate for low-to-moderate complexity cases
  • Complex cases quoted based on scope
  • Volume and retainer options available for firms with consistent needs
  • Redacted samples provided to attorneys upon request following initial inquiry

Our Process

  1. Firm submits records and intake details
  2. Scope and complexity confirmed
  3. Comprehensive medical record review completed
  4. Nexus opinion prepared using accepted medical principles
  5. Final report delivered within agreed timeframe

Each firm has a different workflow. We remain flexible to integrate into your process.

Request a Sample or Get Started

If your firm needs medical nexus opinions, causation analysis, or medical-legal consulting support, feel free to contact us below.

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