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#12 Thousands Of VA Exams May Have Been Mishandled
Thousands of PACT Act (Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics) exams may have been conducted by VA doctors before they completed required training, putting benefits at risk. In this episode, Todd Wesche breaks down the new VA Office of Inspector General report exposing serious failures in how compensation exams were handled. He explains what the findings mean for veterans who filed claims in 2023, the difference between VA and contractor compliance rates, and what steps you can take if your claim was denied or underrated. This episode gives veterans the critical information they need to protect their benefits and correct potential errors.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(01:19) Why The PACT Act Changed Disability Exams
(02:23) VA Examiner Training Deadlines Explained
(03:38) OIG Findings On Training Failures
(04:49) Risks Of Improper Payments And Denials
(05:56) What VA Is Doing To Fix The Problem
(06:35) Steps Veterans Should Take If Affected
If you had a PACT exam in 2023 how was your experience? Share your story in the comments to help other veterans understand what to watch for.
September 2025 OIG Report: https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/review/not-all-va-disability-compensation-examiners-completed-training-providing-pact-act
PACT Act Information: https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast and all its content are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing in this podcast or these videos creates an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice, please consult a licensed attorney in your state or jurisdiction or, if for a VA-related matter, a VA-accredited attorney, agent, or representative.
Laws can change, and while we do our best to be accurate, always consult with qualified legal counsel or other qualified professionals before acting on anything discussed on this podcast or any of its content.
The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of BSCC Media LLC or the guest speaker and do not represent the views of any law firm (including Vetus Legal LLC) or any other individual or entity. Any third-party content or information is used under fair use for commentary, criticism, and/or educational purposes. This podcast and all its content are produced and owned exclusively by BSCC Media LLC. BSCC Media LLC makes no claim of ownership of governmental or third-party materials referenced.
This podcast and associated materials are Copyright © 2025 BSCC Media LLC. All rights reserved. Vets with Benefits is a trademark of BSCC Media LLC. All rights reserved. “Vetus Legal” and its logo graphics are registered trademarks of Vetus Legal LLC. BSCC Media LLC and this podcast are not affiliated with Vetus Legal LLC and use of its trademarks does not imply endorsement.
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By Todd WescheThousands of PACT Act (Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics) exams may have been conducted by VA doctors before they completed required training, putting benefits at risk. In this episode, Todd Wesche breaks down the new VA Office of Inspector General report exposing serious failures in how compensation exams were handled. He explains what the findings mean for veterans who filed claims in 2023, the difference between VA and contractor compliance rates, and what steps you can take if your claim was denied or underrated. This episode gives veterans the critical information they need to protect their benefits and correct potential errors.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(01:19) Why The PACT Act Changed Disability Exams
(02:23) VA Examiner Training Deadlines Explained
(03:38) OIG Findings On Training Failures
(04:49) Risks Of Improper Payments And Denials
(05:56) What VA Is Doing To Fix The Problem
(06:35) Steps Veterans Should Take If Affected
If you had a PACT exam in 2023 how was your experience? Share your story in the comments to help other veterans understand what to watch for.
September 2025 OIG Report: https://www.vaoig.gov/reports/review/not-all-va-disability-compensation-examiners-completed-training-providing-pact-act
PACT Act Information: https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/
Like, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date and make the most of the benefits you’ve earned.
For a FREE case review, call 508-205-2503 today!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vetswithbenefitspodcast
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2b7NBoMWRfOZkZpS38puLy
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vets-with-benefits/id1823034573
DISCLAIMER: This podcast and all its content are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing in this podcast or these videos creates an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice, please consult a licensed attorney in your state or jurisdiction or, if for a VA-related matter, a VA-accredited attorney, agent, or representative.
Laws can change, and while we do our best to be accurate, always consult with qualified legal counsel or other qualified professionals before acting on anything discussed on this podcast or any of its content.
The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of BSCC Media LLC or the guest speaker and do not represent the views of any law firm (including Vetus Legal LLC) or any other individual or entity. Any third-party content or information is used under fair use for commentary, criticism, and/or educational purposes. This podcast and all its content are produced and owned exclusively by BSCC Media LLC. BSCC Media LLC makes no claim of ownership of governmental or third-party materials referenced.
This podcast and associated materials are Copyright © 2025 BSCC Media LLC. All rights reserved. Vets with Benefits is a trademark of BSCC Media LLC. All rights reserved. “Vetus Legal” and its logo graphics are registered trademarks of Vetus Legal LLC. BSCC Media LLC and this podcast are not affiliated with Vetus Legal LLC and use of its trademarks does not imply endorsement.