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At Essential Veteran Services, we provide primary mental health nexus evaluations that are structured to meet VA evidentiary standards. These evaluations assess whether a mental health condition is at least as likely as not related to military service and are often foundational for Disability Benefits Questionnaires and nexus opinions.
EVS provides primary mental health nexus evaluations for conditions including:
Each evaluation includes a comprehensive clinical record review and clear documentation written in VA-appropriate language, integrating clinical expertise with lived understanding of military culture.
Secondary and/or aggravated conditions evaluations examine whether a service-connected condition has caused or worsened another condition over time. These evaluations are commonly used when a Veteran’s claim has been denied due to lack of a clearly documented connection between conditions.
Essential Veteran Services provides secondary and aggravation nexus evaluations for the following conditions:
These evaluations focus on clinical record review, symptom chronology, and established psychological and psychophysiological considerations, and are written to address VA standards for secondary service connection. Availability is limited to the conditions listed above, and not all cases will be appropriate for this type of evaluation.
Before your appointment, you will receive an intake form to fill out. If you are collaborating with a coach, please coordinate with them to ensure that any supporting documents, such as the Disability Benefits Questionnaire or Nexus Letters, are uploaded into your secure client portal before your session. This is especially important for obtaining an independent medical opinion related to your service connected issues. On the day of your appointment, the only item you need to bring is a valid form of ID, which is essential for accessing veteran services.
The fee for a Primary Mental Health Nexus Evaluation, which includes the required Disability Benefits Questionnaire and Nexus Letter, is $850. Payment is required in advance to secure an independent medical opinion.
The fee for a Secondary or Aggravation Nexus Evaluation for Sleep Apnea, GERD, or Migraine Headaches is $650. These evaluations also include the necessary nexus documentation and clinical review required for VA consideration.
For all evaluations, rebuttal letters are provided at no additional cost if clarification is requested by the VA, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the claims process.
A secondary service connection opinion evaluates whether a service-connected condition has caused or aggravated another condition. This can help strengthen claims when symptoms or diagnoses are linked to an existing service-connected condition.
Some Veterans develop additional health issues after or alongside a service-connected condition. A secondary evaluation helps document whether one condition has contributed to or worsened another, which is useful when a prior claim was denied due to lack of clear connection.
Beyond mental health nexus letters, evaluations may address questions about how a service-connected condition relates to other health issues. This includes cases where symptoms overlap or one condition appears to influence another’s severity or course.
A standard nexus letter focuses on one condition and its link to service. A secondary service connection evaluation addresses how an already established service-connected condition may have caused or worsened a second condition, supporting secondary or aggravation claims.
Yes. All appointments for an independent medical opinion are conducted virtually. Prior to your scheduled evaluation, you will receive a secure video link. This evaluation may also include discussions on Nexus Letters related to your service connected claims and veteran services, as well as the Disability Benefits Questionnaire.
You will receive your Nexus Letters and the Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) within 36 to 48 hours after your independent medical opinion evaluation is completed, ensuring that your service-connected claims are accurately documented for veteran services.
Dr. Glover participates in PSYPACT, which enables her to conduct mental health evaluations across 43 US States, a crucial step for completing the Disability Benefits Questionnaire. This independent medical opinion can significantly aid veterans in securing Nexus Letters for their service-connected claims. To learn more, please visit the official PSYPACT website.