Back Pay

[tom91]

The VA owes me several months of back pay due to approved increase in rating. One claim is still pending further testing and subsequent evaluation. Does anyone know whether the VA will go ahead and pay the back pay for the claim that's been approved? Or will they wait until all claims are finalized?

[Maurice]

Hi Call the VARO and ask them about your back pay. Good luck

Edited August 28, 2008 by Maurice

[Guest Vietnam Tanker]

The VA normally pays back pay as a claim is settled, even if other parts are still pending

[jbasser]

On approved issues, you willget an award letter that will usually state that the undecided issue is still being processed or is being deferred to a later date.

If you have a heads up, keep an eye onthe bank account balance as it usually arrives before the letter.

J

[Ron II]

The VA owes me several months of back pay due to approved increase in rating. One claim is still pending further testing and subsequent evaluation. Does anyone know whether the VA will go ahead and pay the back pay for the claim that's been approved? Or will they wait until all claims are finalized?

As others have stated, the approved parts of your claim will be paid without waiting for resolution of the pending elements.

Ron