Use Higher-Level Review when you believe the VA already had the proof and still got the decision wrong. If you have new medical evidence, that is a Supplemental Claim instead.
Who it is usually for.
Veterans who already have a VA decision they want reviewed on the existing record.
What to have in hand.
- The decision letter
- The claim file you already submitted
Moves.
- Read the decision letter for the issues you disagree with.
- Confirm you are not adding new evidence.
- Request a Higher-Level Review on VA.gov or with a VSO.
Timing hint: Often several months after the request.