Some Nod Questions

[kate7772]

Is it okay to file a NOD and then get an IMO or should everything be submitted at one time? Does it go into line when the NOD is filed or when everything is there?

And, is there a link to the correct form to use for a NOD and which kind of review to ask for?

Thanks,

Kate

[hmcquade]

Kate there should be an answer to your questions here on this site. I am sending in my new info with the NOD and asking for a DRO. There is a lot of info on how to write a NOD.

Good luck,

Hugh

[john999]

It would be good if you could send all your evidence in with your NOD, but not necessary. Just get the NOD in on time. Then you can submit new evidence. You are into appeals and nothing is going to move fast. I usually send in a NOD including a request for a DRO Hearing, so I can get another shot at a BVA hearing down the road. I don't believe you need to use the VA NOD form. I might just download it and use it.

John

[vern2]

I have used NOD several times, never used the form 9, just a simple letter stating that you disagree and list each contention that was denied and that you disagree with, do not have to go into detail at this time. The important thing is to send letter certified mail, return receipt requested. Make sure and put the certified mail number at top of your letter. You may never hear from VA at first, I would suggest wait 30 days and then send email via eBenefits IRIS system, as this goes to your RO. Then you may hear that it has been assigned to DRO. In my NOD letters, I specifically asked for DRO de novo review, but some vets prefer to skip this and go straight to BVA. It is a long process, either way. THE IMPORTANT THING IS THE ONE YEAR TIME LIMIT FROM THE DATE ON THE DENIAL LETTER, NOT THE DATE YOU RECEIVE IT. GET YOUR NOD IN BEFORE THIS ONE YEAR IS UP!!

[hmcquade]

I got mixed messages from my DAV. One SO told me to just send in a NOD letter, and another DAVSO told me I had to send in the VA form. I am sending in both!

Hugh