DBQ Services
Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) are standardized forms used by the VA to evaluate the severity of your service-connected conditions. A properly completed DBQ can significantly strengthen your disability claim.
What is a DBQ?
A Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is a standardized medical form that the VA uses to collect medical evidence about your condition. DBQs are designed to capture the specific information the VA needs to rate your disability.
While VA examiners complete DBQs during Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams, you also have the option to have a private healthcare provider complete a DBQ for submission with your claim.
Private DBQs can be particularly valuable when you feel your C&P exam didn't accurately capture the severity of your condition, or when you want to supplement your claim with additional medical evidence.
Benefits of Private DBQs
- More Time
Unlike rushed C&P exams, we take the time needed for a thorough evaluation.
- Complete Documentation
Every section of the DBQ is carefully completed with detailed findings.
- Provider Familiarity
Work with a provider who understands VA requirements and rating criteria.
- Supplemental Evidence
Can be submitted alongside or in addition to C&P exam results.
DBQs We Complete
We have experience completing a wide range of DBQs for various conditions. Below are some of the most common categories.
Mental Health DBQs
- PTSD
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Eating Disorders
Musculoskeletal DBQs
- Back (Thoracolumbar Spine)
- Neck (Cervical Spine)
- Shoulder and Arm
- Knee and Lower Leg
- Hip and Thigh
- Ankle
- Foot
Neurological DBQs
- Headaches/Migraines
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Seizure Disorders
Other Common DBQs
- Hearing Loss and Tinnitus
- Sleep Apnea
- Respiratory Conditions
- Skin Conditions
- Hypertension
- Diabetes Mellitus
Don't see your condition listed? Contact us to discuss your specific DBQ needs.
Our DBQ Evaluation Process
1. Records Review
We review your medical records and service records to understand your condition's history and current status.
2. Medical Examination
A thorough examination is conducted to document your current symptoms, functional limitations, and overall condition severity.
3. DBQ Completion
The appropriate DBQ form is completed with detailed findings, ready for submission with your VA claim.
Important Information About DBQs
Multiple Conditions
If you have multiple conditions to be evaluated, each condition typically requires its own DBQ. We offer package pricing for veterans needing multiple DBQs completed.
Timeframe
Most DBQs are completed within 5-7 business days of your evaluation. Complex cases or multiple conditions may require additional time.
VA Acceptance
The VA accepts private DBQs as evidence in disability claims. However, the VA may still request their own C&P exam. Your private DBQ provides additional supporting evidence for your claim.
Telehealth Options
Some DBQs can be completed via telehealth, while others require an in-person examination. We'll advise you on the best approach for your specific condition.
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Get a thorough evaluation and professionally completed DBQ to support your VA disability claim.