If you are a current or former military personnel, the United States Department of Veteran Affairs is your go to source for medical care. It can be difficult to navigate sometimes so the website provides a helpful FAQ section. If you are military personnel, you should check it out.
The site helps out by providing answers to common questions like:
- What are Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQ)?
- Who is authorized to complete a DBQ?
- What are the benefits of using DBQs?
- Will VA reimburse providers’ examination costs or travel costs to the Veteran for DBQ-related actions?
- Are DBQs mandatory?
These and other questions are answered and provide military personnel with a host of information to help in the process of initiating a OWCP injury claim with the VA and seeing it through.
Additionally, there are separate sections for Military Personnel and for Medical Professionals which allow those searching for information to access it faster. The Department of Veteran Affairs has its own protocols and processes and utilizing the website can potentially help to inform you in order to help you get the DOL-OWCP injury care you deserve. Check out the site now and get to know what you need to know. Information is a powerful tool and you may find just what you’re looking for on the VA website.
This article is general information, not legal or medical advice. Best DOL Doctors is independent and not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Labor or OWCP. See our editorial policy.