1. The "Nexus Letter": The Missing Link in Your VA Claim
You served honorably. You have a current injury. Yet, the VA sent you a denial letter stating "No Service Connection established." This is the most common reason for denial, and it's also the most preventable.
The Triangle of a Successful Claim
To win a VA disability claim, you must prove three things simultaneously:
- Current Diagnosis: You have a medical condition diagnosed by a doctor today.
- In-Service Event: Something happened during your service (injury, illness, or exposure).
- The Nexus: A medical link connecting #1 to #2.
Most veterans have the first two. They miss the third. They assume the VA "knows" their back hurts because they jumped out of planes. The VA does not assume anything. They require medical proof.
Why VSOs Can't Help With This
A Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can help you fill out forms, but they are not doctors. They cannot write a medical opinion. If you submit your claim without a Nexus Letter, you are relying entirely on the C&P examiner—a doctor paid by the VA—to find that link for you. This is a gamble you often lose.
The Private Medical Evidence Advantage
At Thank You For Your Service, we connect you with private doctors who review your records forensically. They write a detailed Nexus Letter (Independent Medical Opinion) that uses the specific language the VA requires ("at least as likely as not"). This document acts as the bridge between your service and your current pain, often making the difference between a denial and a 100% rating.
Don't Gamble with Your Benefits
If you've been denied for "No Service Connection," you likely need a Nexus Letter. Schedule a free discovery call today to see if our medical network can help.