If you are in the process of filing for VA disability benefits from The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), you will most likely be asked to complete a Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination.

This exam is to determine if your disability is service connected, the level of your disability and if the condition should receive a rating increase or decrease .

While the thought of another doctor’s appointment may be daunting, it’s important to remember that the cp exam is an important part of your disability claims process.

It also can be a time consuming and frustrating process at times. Fortunately, there’s some things you can do and be aware of to help ease the process.