What Happens To The C-file After Death

[Ron II]

Does anyone know what happens to a C-file after the veteran dies? What about VA medical records for a veteran who never filed a claim, but was an in-patient for several years prior to his death?

The second question pertains to a half-brother whom I never met.

Thanks,

Ron

[stillhere]

Not sure but probably goes to NARA like all miltary records. When I first started my claim I had to get a copy of my medical records and was directed to write to them for my records.

Stillhere

[Berta]

The C file-if a survivor files for DIC and accrued benefits stays right at the VARO.

The medical recorfds can be retired to NARA.

In my case the C file and medical records never left the VARO when my husband died- until my 2 claims there were resolved.

Then when I re-opened the claims- they had to get Rod's medical records out of retirement and send them back to the VARO.

But the C file (which was his C file in his lifetime )has always remained at the RO.