My Supplemental Claim was closed in less than two weeks

[oldfatman]

I did a supplemental claim regarding my Severe anxiety and depression . I am already receiving SSD for this issue. My initial Claim was denied. They said it was not service related. I sent the VA 5 new pieces of evidence and asked them to look up 3 things in my service and medical records. I can't believe they did any of that in less than two weeks. I have been advise to get a lawyer for the next appeal step. Is this Normal for VA to just blow off my Appeal?

[oldfatman]

It has been three weeks since they received the BVA appeal paperwork according to the mail tracking. It still hasn't shown up online yet.

[vetquest]

I have found that three weeks is not a long time when trying to get an appeal posted.  You can try to call the BVA customer service number and inquire 1-800-923-8387.

[oldfatman]

Showed up online today. They received it on February  14TH. Says : Your appeal is at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals, waiting to be sent to a Veterans Law Judge. Staff at the Board will make sure your case is complete, accurate, and ready to be decided by a judge.

Edited March 27, 2020 by oldfatman

[oldfatman]

How long does it usually take before my appeal gets put on the docket?

[Hucast21]

1 hour ago, oldfatman said:

How long does it usually take before my appeal gets put on the docket?

Don’t know to be honest but faster compared to the appeals process from years ago.

I assume you did not ask for a hearing and just submitted your evidence? If you did, then your appeal is on the fastest track minus any appeals that have an advancement.