Don't Miss Your C&P: Call the Contractor and Verify Your Contact Info

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Stop a denial before it starts: lock in your C&P contact info today. If you’ve got an open claim, call the exam contractor (QTC, VES, or LHI) and verify your phone, email, and address, opt into text reminders, and confirm you can take short-notice slots. Ask for the nearest location and note any needed accommodations. Then check VA.gov for your claim to ensure the exam shows scheduled. Missed or unconfirmed exams sink claims; five minutes on the phone today can save months.

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