Getting your VA mental health claim denied is frustrating, but it doesn't mean your case is over. It simply means the VA didn't have the specific evidence they needed to approve it.

Many veterans aren't approved on their initial claim. The key is understanding why your claim was denied and what additional evidence you need to build a winning appeal.

Below are the most common denial scenarios and what you can do about each one. For a strategy tailored to your specific denial, take our 2-minute Fieldstone Navigator →