Exposed Vet Productions

We break down how veterans win claims for secondary conditions and aggravation by using strong medical opinions, baselines, and clear clinical logic. A real case shows how a congenital heart valve, ignored in service, becomes service connected years later with the right evidence.

• What a medical opinion or IMO is and why it matters
• How pes planus can lead to ankle arthritis
• Why sleep apnea often wins as a seco...

We pull back the curtain on VA benefits strategy, exposing scare tactics, claim sharks, and the exact steps that move veterans from small percentages to life-changing SMC. We share real cases, explain Berry bumps, and lay out the fastest ethical path to money in hand.

• prioritizing claims for serious, life-threatening conditions
• why panic about tinnitus and OSA changes is mostly noise
• how C&P observations ...

We shift from complaints to solutions and map out how veterans can turn digital verification into real holiday savings. From tax-free Exchange buys to Apple, Home Depot, and carrier perks, we share step-by-step ways to stretch a fixed income.

• why ID.me and login.gov matter for access and discounts
• how to use ShopMyExchange and Navy Exchange for tax-free purchases
• Home Depot marketplace workflow and delivery s...

We share Mandy’s story of surviving a rare blood disorder, the legacy of her father’s Agent Orange exposure, and the slow, stubborn grind of proving a nexus for care. A frank look at science, policy, and the practical steps families can take when the system lags.

• James’s legacy of service, grit and VA advocacy
• Mandy’s TTP onset, symptoms and emergency care
• Plasmapheresis, remission, relapse and Rituximab
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We break down how to use independent medical opinions to win VA disability claims, from when to get one to what evidence changes outcomes. Two detailed case studies show how a clear timeline and the right medical logic can overcome templated denials.

• Why qualification and VA training give private opinions weight
• When to file a nexus letter and when to skip it
• Fully developed claims versus standard claims
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We walk through what keeps moving during a VA shutdown and how to protect your effective date, diagnosis, and evidence so your claim doesn’t stall. We also share a four-step method, real PTSD case tactics, and how to spot charity scams while keeping donations local.

• VA regional slowdowns and what still operates
• Intent to file and effective date safeguards
• Parkinson’s vs Parkinsonism presumptive guidance
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We honor James Melvin Cripps with stories that show how one veteran proved stateside Agent Orange exposure and built a community that helps others win. We share the science, the history, the ethics of claims, and the roadmap for carrying his mission forward.

• Fort Gordon origins and the first stateside Agent Orange win
• Field mixing ratios, “super orange,” and toxic mechanics
• Laos spray operations and exposure ...

Two veterans walk through how asbestos, Agent Orange, and burn pit exposure turn into lung disease, heart disease, and real VA ratings that change lives. We share proof strategies, job evidence, and medical tests that win claims, plus practical diabetes and arrhythmia management that supports compensation.

• where asbestos hides on ships, in barracks, and in motor pools
• how disturbed insulation turns into airborne fi...

We test where AI can actually help veterans build stronger Nexus letters and where it fails hard, from fake citations to the wrong legal phrasing. Bethanie Spangenberg shares practical prompts, research tactics, and quality standards that keep letters credible and readable for VA raters.

• defining what a strong Nexus letter must include
• “at least as likely as not” vs malpractice language
• writing for raters wit...

We walk through a clear path to enroll in VA healthcare, choose and use primary care for referrals, and separate benefits battles from medical care so you get help faster. We also show how to access geriatrics, housing grants, VR&E, Independent Living, and practical mental health support for families.

• enrolling in VA healthcare with DD214 and eligibility review
• choosing primary care and preparing a focused firs...

We trace a veteran’s path from early enlistment to JAG attorney and into VA benefits law, then dig deep into SMC strategy, effective dates, and what it really takes to move from denials to life-changing awards. Along the way, we share wins, warnings, and the tactics that keep claims on track.

• service-to-law journey and family-driven practice
• scope across RO, BVA, and CAVC
• evolving SMC law and teaching others<...

We draw a sharp line between feeling tired and a true Chronic Fatigue Syndrome diagnosis, then show how to build a VA-ready record with testing, coding, and a precise DBQ. 

• symptom fatigue versus CFS syndrome and six-month persistence
• why ICD-10 G93.32 matters
• diagnosis of exclusion and the lab, sleep, and cardio workup
• DBQ structure, activity restriction tiers, and functional impact
• filing order ...

We break down how VA’s push for speed is eroding quality and costing veterans years of backpay through wrong effective dates, misapplied TDIU rules, and missed SMC. Jim Radogna shares practical ways to spot errors early and the fastest paths to fix them.

• rising denials and poor-quality grants driven by quotas
• missed Intent to File dates and easy HLR/CUE fixes
• exam date errors used as improper effective dates<...

Alex Graham, an accredited non-attorney practitioner for veteran disability, brings his expertise on VA benefits and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) to help veterans understand their entitlements. Drawing from his Vietnam experience and years of advocacy, Alex illuminates the complex pathways to maximum benefits that many veterans and even VA employees don't fully understand.

• Recent "Barry versus McDonough&q...

Bethanie Spangenberg from Valor 4 Vet explains the thoracolumbar spine DBQ process and what veterans need to know about back disability evaluations with the VA.

• Understanding the difference between clinical vs. VA perspectives on spine anatomy
• The DBQ examination covers both thoracic and lumbar spine despite their distinct functions
• Most degenerative spine issues begin at the L5-S1 junction due to biomechanic...

Jerome Spearman, accredited VA claims agent, shares his expertise on navigating the complex VA disability system and the future of veteran advocacy. As a veteran himself, Jerome brings a unique perspective combining military experience, nursing background, and passion for helping fellow veterans receive the benefits they deserve.

• The VA disability system faces significant challenges with a high denial rate for initial cl...

We dive deep into veterans' survivor benefits, exploring what spouses and dependents are entitled to when a veteran passes away due to a service-connected condition. This important discussion covers financial support, healthcare coverage, and practical steps for preparing the necessary documentation.

• Dependent Indemnity Compensation (DIC) provides monthly payments to surviving spouses of veterans who died from servi...

Our discussion with veteran advocate John Dorle reveals the current state of VA claims processing, highlighting both ongoing frustrations and notable improvements in appeals wait times.

• VA claims process still operates on a "delay, delay, delay until veterans quit" philosophy
• Board of Veterans Appeals wait times have improved from 40 months to 8-12 months
• Filing claims without a formal diagnosis can...

The cervical spine DBQ process has undergone significant improvements, providing clearer guidelines for examiners and potentially better outcomes for veterans with neck conditions.

• Cervical spine anatomy includes vertebrae, discs, and nerve roots that can be compressed through injury or degeneration
• Recent improvements to the DBQ require examiners to document when pain begins during range of motion testing, not jus...