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VA appeals

CAVC

US Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims — federal court that reviews BVA decisions.

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Related terms — VA appeals

  • BVABoard of Veterans' Appeals — the body that decides VA benefits appeals.
  • NODNotice of Disagreement — the form filed to start a VA appeal.
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