VA Form 20-0995 - Decision Review Request: Supplemental Claim - Completing Instructions

Sep 15, 2026

Instructions for completing VA Form 20-0995, Decision Review Request: Supplemental Claim, used when a claimant disagrees with a Department of Veterans Affairs decision. Guidance covers when to use supplemental claims, how new and relevant evidence is required, and alternative decision review options such as increased evaluation, higher-level review, and Board of Veterans' Appeals appeal. The document explains where to submit by benefit type, the need for separate forms, electronic submission recommendations, and key contact resources for assistance.

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# INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING DECISION REVIEW REQUEST:SUPPLEMENTAL CLAIM IMPORTANT:Please read the information below carefully t help you complete this form quickly and accurately.Some parts of teform also contain notes or specificinstructions for completing that part. When to Use This Form: | Use this form,VA Form 20-0995,Decision Review Request:Supplemental Clam,to submit a supplemental claim of the decision you received that you disagree with.
NOTE:A supplemental claim is a new review of an issue(s)previously decided by the Department of Veterans Affairs(VA)based on submission of new and
relevant evidenc.Foraditional information on the supplemental claim proces or other decison review options such as a higher-level review and appeal to the Board
of Veterans'Appeals(BVA),visit www.va.gov/decision-reviewsl This form should only be used ifyou DISAGREE with a decision you received. | | --- | | ·Ifyou fel your condition has worsened and is no longer accurately eflected by the level of disabilit assigned by VA,use VA Form21-526EZ,Application for
Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits,to request anincreased evaluation.You may alsosubmit your claim online,more information is
available at www.va.gov/disability. | | ·If you want to file a request for higher-level review,use VA Form 20-0996,Decision Review Request:Higher-Level Review. | | ·You can also appeal to the BVAby using VA Form 10182,Decision Review Request:Board Appeal (Notice of Disagreement). | | For additional information on these different options,visit www.va.gov/decision-reviewsl | Where to Submit This Form: | Submit your supplemental claim to one of the addresses shown below that corresponds to your benefit type.It is important that you kee a copy of all completed
forms and materials you give to VA.This form has several key components,which,when filled ou completely and accurately,will decrease the amount oftime it takes
to process your supplemental claim.This form may only be submitted forreview of an issue(s)relatedto one benefit type(Compensation,Pension and Survivors
Benefits,Fiduciary,Life Insurance,Education,Loan Guaranty (LGY),Veteran Readiness and Employment(VR&E),Veterans Heath Administraion (VHA)or
National Cemetery Administration(NCA)). | | | | --- | --- | --- | | NOTE:Ifyou would like tofile for multiple benefit types,you MUST complete a separate VA Form 20-0995 for each benefit typeDouments may be submitted by
mail,in person at a VA regional office,or electronically.VA recommends submitting correspondence electronically as this is the fastest method of receipt.VA provides
several tools to assist in electronic submission. | | | | To learm more about how to submit compensation or pension documents and claimselecronicall,visit wwwva govdisblitylopload-supporting-evidence You can
also go directly to AccessVA to digitally upload any correspondence using QuikSubmit.By visiting www.va.govyou can also check yor claim status and learnabout
other VA benefits. | | | | Or,ifyou prefer to mail your correspondence,please use the related mailing address below: | | | | Compensation &Loan Guaranty | Pension &Survivors | Fidcuciary | | Department of Veterans Affairs
Compensation Intake Center
P.O.Box 4444
Janesville,WI 53547
Toll Free Phone:1-800-827-1000
Toll Free Fax:(844)531-7818 | Department of Veterans Affairs
Pension Intake Center
P.O.Box5365
Janesville,WI 53547
Toll Free Phone:1-800-827-1000
Toll Free Fax:(844)655-1604 | Department of Veterans Affairs
Fiduciary Intake Center
P.O.Box5211
Janesville,WI 53547
Toll Free Phone:1-800-827-1000
Toll Free Fax:(888)581-5826 | | Insurance | National Cemetery Administration | Veteran Readiness &Employment | | Department of Veterans Affairs
ATTN:Insurance Center
P.O.Box5209
Janesville,WI 53

FAQs

When should you use VA Form 20-0995 for a supplemental claim?

Use VA Form 20-0995 to submit a supplemental claim when you disagree with a VA decision. Supplemental claims are a new review based on new and relevant evidence.

What should you do if you want to request review for multiple benefit types?

Complete a separate VA Form 20-0995 for each benefit type. Submit documents to the corresponding address for each category.

How can you submit the supplemental claim documents to VA?

Documents may be submitted by mail, in person, or electronically. VA recommends electronic submission as the fastest method and provides tools for digital upload and checking claim status.

Sep 15, 2026

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