The wrong information can cost veterans time, money, and benefits. Learn how the VA claims process really works from a retired VA Rating Specialist.
Written by Dewayne Kimble, retired VA Rating Specialist.
Your roadmap to maximizing your VA compensation benefits. The step-by-step framework for an evidence-backed claim.
Grab your copy, code TDH15It's time to win. A clear blueprint for understanding and maximizing the compensation you've earned.
See the booksMost veterans are underrated simply because no one explained how the VA evaluates evidence. Dewayne spent years on the inside as a Rating Specialist. Now he educates veterans on how to file accurate, well-supported claims with confidence.
No false promises. Just the knowledge to advocate for yourself.
Insight from someone who reviewed thousands of claims.
"Mr. Kimble is very knowledgeable and I have gotten both of his books. I highly recommend them for understanding the VA claims process and how to submit a claim properly."Audra H. · Verified on Google
A Tampa news station sat down with Dewayne at the desk where he records. The story covers the channel, the books, and the national grant he received for expanding the educational resources available to veterans.
"Adjudicating thousands of VA claims, what I noticed a pattern was, veterans were not educated on the process." Dewayne KimbleWatch the news feature
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Get personal, expert answers every month. Stop guessing and start filing claims that actually reflect your service-connected conditions.
The same step-by-step path Dewayne walks thousands of veterans through, from confused to rated.
Learn how the VA actually rates a claim, in plain language.
The VA scores your conditions against a rating schedule. Once you know what they look for, guesswork disappears and you stop leaving money on the table.
Gather the medical records and statements that prove your case.
Strong claims win on evidence: a current diagnosis, an in-service event, and a nexus that links them. We show you exactly what documents carry weight.
Submit a clean, well-supported claim the first time.
Filing correctly the first time avoids months of delays and denials. You learn how to present your claim so a rater can approve it without guessing.
Pursue the compensation your service earned you.
The knowledge is yours for life. Once you understand how the VA weighs evidence, you can pursue the rating your service earned and help other vets do the same.
From free YouTube videos to the mastermind, pick the path that fits where you are today.
From corporate conferences and leadership summits to college programs and veteran initiatives, Dewayne delivers engaging talks that inspire action and leave audiences with practical takeaways they can use right away.
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"If you’re not following Dewayne’s advice to win your disability claim, you simply don’t want to win. Every rating I received, up to and including my 100%, was because I took the advice I read in his book or heard in his videos."
"I want to thank you for helping me win my claim. I bought your first book, put in my ITF, downloaded my medical records, wrote a personal statement and got my spouse to write a lay statement. In a month and a half I went from 90% to Hero. Thanks again!"
"DK is the man!! His information is absolute gold!! I used his advice for my own Informal Conference for my HLR. My denial was overturned by the DRO because my Nexus was ignored. I went from 30% to 70% after my sleep apnea secondary to PTSD was granted. DK cares about his fellow veterans."
A real veteran shares how he navigated his VA disability claim.
A real veteran shares how he navigated his VA disability claim.
A real veteran shares how he navigated his VA disability claim.
I just went to 90% last Friday May 30th 2025. I've listened to a few of your videos that helped me. Thank you.
Key word!!! NEVER GIVE UP! I Reached my milestone New Years Eve 2020 after fighting since 2006! Keep up the great work Dewayne!!! Each one teach one!
The most knowledgeable person I have seen in the VA claims process, kmd89 thank you for the work you doing for veterans.
The VA claim process can be daunting and difficult to navigate. Learning from someone whose been there done that can be invaluable to avoid costly mistakes and lengthy delays.
Good info as always, you empower me and other vets to fight the good fight.
It's nice hearing other veteran's stories and some of the stories we can probably all relate too especially with how the VBA, OR VHA treats us. It definitely motivates at least me to keep fighting!
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