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Was your VA Disability Claim Denied?

Get the medical evidence your claim needs. Personally reviewed and signed by David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. Chicago-area experienced VA C&P examiner.

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David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

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as an MD's opinion under 38 CFR 3.159(a)(1)

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Free, with no payment and no obligation, and I reply in 24 hours or less. Submit as many case reviews as you need, there is no limit and no charge for any of them. You’ll get an honest, record-based assessment from David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C of whether a strong medical opinion can strengthen your claim, or if your records likely won’t support one. Zero pressure to purchase.

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Note: Higher Level Reviews do not accept new evidence, so a nexus letter cannot be used at that stage.

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VERIFIED WINS FROM VETERANS

Real Outcomes from Real Veterans

Direct quotes from verified Google reviews. My work has helped veterans win 100% ratings, secure rating increases, get Aid & Attendance approvals, and support Automobile Grant claims.

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   Lionel Smith 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very knowledgeable, great customer service and goes far and beyond to help.
  
 
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   Josh Blakley 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Greetings,
To whom ever read this you have come to the right place to have your VA disability’s looked at. David has worked on 3 of my claims with Nexus and DBQ. Flawless work! In fact, one of the C&P examiners mentioned how well written his Nexus and DBQ were. If he can help you he will. If he can’t then he will let you know. He cares! His communication is what sets him apart. Timely responses, even on one of my denials, he never left me hanging. He stayed in the fight with me with a free rebuttal. Second time around it got granted, in fact early this AM. His prices are fair and reasonable. He’s an educated person with experience. Worth every penny. Thanks David!
  
 
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   Daniel Eschrich 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. David is very knowledgeable, quick to respond and thorough. He reviewed my records for free and provided a DBQ for my VA claim with an extremely fast turnaround time. I will be using his services again in the near future.
  
 
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   Joe Grubbs 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend David Protaziuk, FNP-C, enough. His thoroughness, attention to detail, and dedication to documenting my medical needs made a tremendous difference in my VA Aid and Attendance claim.

My claim was not an easy one. The VA mental health examiner provided a negative opinion regarding my need for Aid and Attendance. However, David took the time to thoroughly evaluate my situation and document the specific functional limitations I experience because of my service-connected mental health condition. He completed the necessary medical documentation and provided a detailed, well-supported medical opinion that addressed my actual day-to-day needs.

When the VA reviewed my claim, it specifically acknowledged that David’s independent medical opinion was consistent with my VA Form 21-2680 and supported the evidence showing my need for assistance with personal care, medication management, and essential daily activities. The VA also explained that it gave reduced weight to the negative VA examination statement because it did not adequately address those documented limitations.

Ultimately, the VA granted my Special Monthly Compensation based on Aid and Attendance, effective August 3, 2026.

I truly believe David’s thoroughness and the care he put into documenting my situation were instrumental in helping the VA understand the reality of what I deal with every day. He did more than just fill out paperwork. He took the time to document my functional limitations in a way that allowed the VA to properly evaluate my need for assistance.

For veterans navigating the VA disability system, having a medical provider who takes the time to understand your situation and document it thoroughly can make a real difference. I am extremely grateful for David’s professionalism, attention to detail, and the effort he put into helping me.

Thank you, David, for taking my situation seriously and helping ensure my daily struggles were accurately represented. I highly recommend him to any veteran who needs a provider who takes the time to do things thoroughly and correctly.
  
 
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   Sidney Sing 
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HOW IT WORKS

A Simple, 3-Step Process

01

Submit Your Case

Start with a Free Case Review or go directly to checkout. Complete the form with your details, and we’ll follow up by email with next steps for securely providing your records, including VA decisions, STRs, medical records, and prior C&P exams.

02

I Personally Review Your File

I read every page of your records against VA evaluation standards. For joint, back and neck DBQs, I also examine you myself on a live video call. If your records don’t support a favorable opinion, I tell you before any document is prepared. No pressure to purchase.

03

Receive Signed Medical Opinion

Your provider-signed nexus letter, DBQ, or medical opinion is delivered, typically within 24 hours of receiving complete records. Free revisions if anything needs adjustment. If the VA denies, send me the decision letter. I read it personally at no charge and tell you honestly whether a rebuttal would change the outcome. When one would, rebuttal letters are $199.

MOST VETERANS START HERE

Not Sure Yet?

Submit your conditions and records. I’ll personally assess what your claim actually needs.

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Know exactly which service you need? Go straight to the Services page to browse all eight options and check out.

KNOW WHAT YOUR RATING IS WORTH

2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates

These are the current monthly payments for veterans with a single disability rating, no dependents. Source: VA.gov. Rates are adjusted annually for cost of living.

Rating

Monthly

Annually

10%

$180.42

$2,165.04

20%

$356.66

$4,279.92

30%

$552.47

$6,629.64

40%

$795.84

$9,550.08

50%

$1,132.90

$13,594.80

60%

$1,435.02

$17,220.24

70%

$1,808.45

$21,701.40

80%

$2,102.15

$25,225.80

90%

$2,362.30

$28,347.60

100%

$3,938.58

$47,262.96

A single rating increase can be worth $6,900 to $25,000+ per year, tax-free, for the rest of your life. See the full math on the 2026 Compensation Rates page →

Rates shown are for a single veteran with no dependents. Veterans with a spouse, children, or dependent parents receive higher amounts. TDIU is paid at the 100% rate. Rates effective December 1, 2025, per VA.gov.

TRANSPARENT PRICING · NO HIDDEN FEES

Eight Services. Flat Rate. No Consultation Fees.

Same simple pricing whether you’re claiming one condition or ten. No upsells, no surprises. All opinions personally signed by David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C.

Service

Price

What It Covers

VA Nexus Letter

$549

Medical opinion linking condition to military service

VA DBQ

$249

Disability Benefits Questionnaire — severity documentation

Nexus + DBQ Bundle

$699

Both above — saves $99 vs buying separately

Aggravation Opinion

$599

A service-connected condition aggravated by (or aggravating) another

TDIU Medical Opinion

$649

Supports a Total Disability Individual Unemployability claim

Aid & Attendance

$649

VA Form 21-2680 for SMC-L and A&A claims

DIC Cause of Death Opinion

$649

Independent Medical Opinion: Cause of Death

Rebuttal Letter

$199

Answers the VA's stated reasons for denying an opinion I wrote for you

Free revisions included on every opinion. Reviewing your decision letter after a VA denial is free as well. Rebuttal letters, where the evidence supports one, are $199. Personally signed by David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C.

LEGAL & CLINICAL AUTHORITY

Nurse Practitioner Opinions Carry the Same Evidentiary Weight as a Physician’s

Under federal law, an NP’s medical opinion carries the same weight as a physician’s in VA disability claims. This is not a workaround. It is the law.

Federal Law Definition

The VA defines “competent medical evidence” as evidence from any qualified medical professional. NPs are explicitly included under 38 CFR 3.159(a)(1).

Cannot Be Rejected by Title

The VA cannot reject a medical opinion solely because it was written by an NP instead of an MD. The law is clear on this point.

Reasoning Over Title

The Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims confirmed: the value of a medical opinion depends on its reasoning and evidence, not the provider’s title. (Nieves-Rodriguez v. Peake, 2008)

VA Uses NPs for Official C&P Exams

The VA routinely uses Nurse Practitioners to conduct official Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability examinations. The very exams used to rate veterans’ claims.

Licensed in Illinois, Working in All 50 States

My opinions are based on a review of your records, not on treating you. Nothing in 38 CFR 3.159(a)(1) requires the provider to be licensed in your state, and veterans in every state order from me. What matters is the reasoning and the evidence, not where the provider practices.

Every opinion prepared by David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C meets the VA’s legal standard for competent medical evidence. The same standard applied to physician opinions.

David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C · BOARD CERTIFIED

IL APRN License #277002570

ABOUT THE PROVIDER

Every Opinion Personally Prepared and Signed

Every nexus letter and DBQ is personally prepared by David Protaziuk, MSN, APRN, FNP-C — board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in VA nexus letters and C&P disability claims. Never templated. Never outsourced. Never written by a sales team.

THE REAL OFFICE

7501 Lemont Rd, Suite 345D, Woodridge, IL 60517

Real office, real address, real practice. You’re welcome to come by if you’re in the area.

Nexus Letters and DBQs in Under 2 Minutes

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Everything You Need to Know

How do I know you’re not another VA claim scam?

Fair question, because these scams are everywhere. I’m a real solo practitioner with a real IL APRN license (#277002570) and NPI (#1275200149). My office is at 7501 Lemont Rd, Suite 345D, Woodridge, IL. I personally read every record, write every opinion, and sign every document. No sales team, no call center. I offer a free case review before you pay anything, and verified 5-star on Google to back it up.

Are my medical records safe?

Records you email me go directly to my HIPAA-safe Google Workspace, encrypted in transit (TLS 1.2) and at rest (AES-256), BAA-covered. I am the only person who accesses them, and they are never shared with third parties.

What if the VA denies my claim after your opinion?

No medical provider can guarantee VA outcomes, and you should be skeptical of anyone who claims otherwise. What I guarantee is the quality of my opinion. If the VA denies, send me the decision letter. I read it myself, free of charge, and tell you plainly where your claim stands. Sometimes the honest answer is that a rebuttal will not change anything, and I will say so. When a rebuttal is worth writing, it is $199 and it takes on the VA’s stated reasons directly.

Do you help with secondary conditions and PACT Act claims?

Yes. I write nexus letters for secondary conditions (like sleep apnea secondary to PTSD) using the Spicer v. McDonough but-for standard under 38 CFR 3.310(a)/(b). I also write opinions for PACT Act toxic exposure claims: burn pits, Camp Lejeune, Agent Orange, and other presumptive exposures.

How is a nurse practitioner qualified to write VA medical opinions?

Under 38 CFR 3.159(a)(1), an NP’s medical opinion carries the same evidentiary weight as a physician’s in VA disability claims. This is federal law, not a workaround. The VA itself uses NPs to conduct official C&P disability examinations.

Are you licensed in my state?

I am licensed in Illinois, and I work with veterans in all 50 states. My opinions are based on a review of your records rather than on treating you. Under 38 CFR 3.159(a)(1) the VA accepts competent medical evidence from any qualified medical professional, and nothing in that regulation requires the provider to be licensed in your state. What matters is the reasoning and the evidence behind the opinion, not where the provider practices.

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