When I was getting ready to file for an increase I requested my C-file. It took 2 1/2 years for them to send it to me. They kept passing my request from one person to another.
2-1/2 years for your C-file is ridiculous. I am so sorry but that is beyond frustrating. I requested mine many years ago before they came on a CD and it took 6 months. I wish they would come up with a better method to allow us as Veterans to have our own file.
Yah no wonder people in Veterans Affairs don’t care. I submitted my cd for my mri in my knee and hips and check my va records they don’t even upload it right plus they don’t sentbback my cd ridiculous gives more anxiety or more mental health issues to a veteran
What if there are documents missing when you get your c-file? For example, mine is missing the code sheet, a dbq for one of my s/c conditions, and a report from my most recent therapist. How can I get copies of specific items without getting the other 4700 pgs again?
do a FOIA request for those specific documents and state they are missing from your C-file. If you have a local RO go to them and get them faster than filing the FOIA.
Also, your VSO can up load the form for you just in case you don't have a scanner. The FOIA request will then be noted/treated just like a claim and you can check updated progress through va.gov (view your claims and appeals).
Went to the VSO today to get a copy of the DBQ's from my C&P exams, but was told that they aren't allowed to print them out. I did get a chance to look them over on the computer but felt rushed and would have liked a copy of them.
I applied 4 my medical records back in the 80s. Never heard back from them. The DAV filed again early 2022. When I inquired about them they claim they were sent on a disk, which I never received. The VA rep verified my address and claimed she would put a trace on them that was 3 months ago.
A lot of laptops have adapters to use a cd disk such as what I have my Mac pro has an attachment to have the ability to load a CD disc. But I agree maybe in the future they’ll start doing thumb drive
@@VAClaims-VHV or maybe send as a zip file that they can send thru secure email. I hate the fact that I will have to spend money for something I will use just for 1 purpose, UGH.
@@VAClaims-VHVa new bill that just got signed requires the VA to set up a way for veterans do download documents. I believe that will be the entire c-file. The bill gives the VA one year to be in compliance.
@@gilbertnail7266 what bill? Source? Link please...The VA does provide all decisions to veterans now and I put out a short video on how to see your decisions but I have yet to see anything on getting your C-file documents other than having to file a FOIA request.
I will submit the VA FOIA for my c-file today or tomorrow. How would requesting my service medial records (over a 27 year career) impact my c-file request?
When you request your C-file you are going to get everything that is in your C-file to include whatever is pertaining to claims you have filed. Did you request your service medical records through the National Archive?
That is way too long. Something is not right. I would resubmit the FOIA for the C-file or go to your local RO office or VBA office and find out what is going on.
Great info
@@johndsmith-gv8zh thank you!!!
When I was getting ready to file for an increase I requested my C-file. It took 2 1/2 years for them to send it to me. They kept passing my request from one person to another.
2-1/2 years for your C-file is ridiculous. I am so sorry but that is beyond frustrating. I requested mine many years ago before they came on a CD and it took 6 months. I wish they would come up with a better method to allow us as Veterans to have our own file.
Yah no wonder people in Veterans Affairs don’t care. I submitted my cd for my mri in my knee and hips and check my va records they don’t even upload it right plus they don’t sentbback my cd ridiculous gives more anxiety or more mental health issues to a veteran
Ty for this information
You are welcome
What if there are documents missing when you get your c-file? For example, mine is missing the code sheet, a dbq for one of my s/c conditions, and a report from my most recent therapist. How can I get copies of specific items without getting the other 4700 pgs again?
do a FOIA request for those specific documents and state they are missing from your C-file. If you have a local RO go to them and get them faster than filing the FOIA.
Also, your VSO can up load the form for you just in case you don't have a scanner. The FOIA request will then be noted/treated just like a claim and you can check updated progress through va.gov (view your claims and appeals).
If you can get a VSO to do that, that is great! Thanks for additional information Joe!
@@VAClaims-VHV My VSO at the DAV processed mine for me. Still waiting for the disc to come in from the VA, but at least my request is in.
Mine will be here this week
That is great! I hope it gives you valuable information!
@@VAClaims-VHV it should and better filing 6 supplemental soon
Went to the VSO today to get a copy of the DBQ's from my C&P exams, but was told that they aren't allowed to print them out. I did get a chance to look them over on the computer but felt rushed and would have liked a copy of them.
That is correct b/c they are not allowed to give you a copy. After your decision is made, file to get a copy of your C-file.
@@VAClaims-VHV If I file to get a copy while the claim is being adjudicated, you think that would slow up anything with the claim itself?
@@MrFooliofocker no it won't effect your current claim but your current claim documents may not be in the C-file request.
I went to my VA Regional Office. They can provide you with a copy.
Hi, I applied for my C-File in 2020 they sent me a reference no. Stating I would receive in 3-5 days I'm still waiting, What can I do now?
It doesn’t take 4 years to get a C-file. There is an issue with this and most likely it was never requested.
I applied 4 my medical records back in the 80s. Never heard back from them. The DAV filed again early 2022. When I inquired about them they claim they were sent on a disk, which I never received. The VA rep verified my address and claimed she would put a trace on them that was 3 months ago.
I would get back with the DAV rep and ask again what is going on.
Mine took 5 months
Was it a CD?
Well it coming on a disk isnt helpful for me as my laptop does not have a disk player (lots of modern laptops no longer have this option)
A lot of laptops have adapters to use a cd disk such as what I have my Mac pro has an attachment to have the ability to load a CD disc. But I agree maybe in the future they’ll start doing thumb drive
@@VAClaims-VHV or maybe send as a zip file that they can send thru secure email. I hate the fact that I will have to spend money for something I will use just for 1 purpose, UGH.
@@chinasl45 you can get one for about $20.
@@VAClaims-VHVa new bill that just got signed requires the VA to set up a way for veterans do download documents. I believe that will be the entire c-file. The bill gives the VA one year to be in compliance.
@@gilbertnail7266 what bill? Source? Link please...The VA does provide all decisions to veterans now and I put out a short video on how to see your decisions but I have yet to see anything on getting your C-file documents other than having to file a FOIA request.
Just an FYI the email address provided in the video is no longer active as of 08/2023
I have an updated video. This one is not updated but I have an updated one as I provided to you earlier
@@VAClaims-VHVThank you, sorry for the double comment I didn’t see my first one and thought it got deleted or didn’t go through
@@yaydayno worries
How do I get my Service records in document form instead of on a Disc?
They used to send it in document form. You can take the disc and get the documents downloaded onto a pdf file
@@VAClaims-VHV What is to stop VA from removing stuff from your records?
@@robertburbach removing from your C-file?
@@VAClaims-VHV yeah
@@robertburbach they can't omit evidence/medical records
I will submit the VA FOIA for my c-file today or tomorrow. How would requesting my service medial records (over a 27 year career) impact my c-file request?
When you request your C-file you are going to get everything that is in your C-file to include whatever is pertaining to claims you have filed. Did you request your service medical records through the National Archive?
how often can you request a copy of your c file
Typically you can get it as often as you want because it updates after each claim or claims.
I submitted my foia request 17 months ago. Got nuttin'. Zippo.
That is way too long. Something is not right. I would resubmit the FOIA for the C-file or go to your local RO office or VBA office and find out what is going on.
@@VAClaims-VHV Thank you. I will do that.
Can you call you RO or some other?
To get your C-file?
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what?
@@VAClaims-VHVpromosm