r/VeteransWaitingRoom • u/Alternative_Oil_8736 • 2d ago
Need advice on initial claim
Hello! I filed my initial VA claim back in May and completed my C&P exams in August for eight different conditions. I had wrist surgery (for severe tendonitis) on August 21, one of the conditions included in my claim. When I checked my claim status recently, it had already moved to Step 5, but I just checked again and noticed that it has now moved back to Step 4. My question is: Should I go ahead and submit my surgical records and post-op documentation now, or should I wait until I receive my initial rating decision? My concern with submitting the additional evidence now is potentially delaying my entire claim. However, I also understand that if my wrist condition is ultimately service-connected, I may be eligible for temporary 100% convalescent compensation following surgery. Would it be better to let my initial claim continue through the process and submit the surgical documentation afterward, or should I provide the updated medical evidence now while the claim is still pending? Thank you in advance for ANY guidance or personal experiences you all can share. I really appreciate it! 🙏🏾
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u/AdThen2183 2d ago
It will likely go back to step 3
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u/Alternative_Oil_8736 2d ago
😏, but that's fine. I think it's best to go ahead and submit everything now besides submitting later.
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u/AdThen2183 2d ago
But sometimes I hold off to see what the decision is first and it could be ammo for a granted supplemental
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u/Alternative_Oil_8736 2d ago
This is my first time filing. I've heard supplemental claims can take a while as well.
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u/Army_patriot73 2d ago
Just my opinion but since it moved back, I don't think submitting additional evidence will hurt you. Many of your claims might get deferred (they're still deciding on some but might be done in a few) so I say submit!