VA Nexus Letters & DBQs for Mental Health Conditions
Securing the VA disability benefits you have earned for a service-connected mental health condition requires strong medical evidence. At TheAdvancedMed, we provide independent psychiatric evaluations, Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), and Nexus Letters for veterans nationwide — all via secure telehealth.
What Is a Nexus Letter?
A Nexus Letter is a formal medical opinion written by a qualified healthcare provider that establishes the connection (the “nexus”) between your current mental health condition and an event, injury, or illness that occurred during your military service. The VA requires this evidence to grant service connection for your disability claim. A strong Nexus Letter states that your condition is “at least as likely as not” caused or aggravated by your military service.
What Is a DBQ?
A Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) is a standardized VA form completed by a licensed healthcare provider that documents the diagnosis, severity, and functional impact of your condition. A private DBQ from a qualified provider can supplement or replace the VA’s own C&P exam findings and is a powerful tool for increasing your disability rating.
Mental Health Conditions We Evaluate
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Military Sexual Trauma (MST)
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Adjustment Disorder
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Psychiatric Sequelae
Why Choose TheAdvancedMed?
Dr. Onyebuchi Nwaokolo is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in veteran mental health. Her dual certification means she can evaluate both the psychiatric and physical dimensions of your service-connected conditions, providing the most comprehensive and compelling medical evidence for your claim.
Our Process
The process begins with a comprehensive telehealth psychiatric evaluation. We review your service records, medical history, and current symptoms in detail. Following the evaluation, we prepare a thorough, legally sound Nexus Letter and/or DBQ that clearly articulates the service connection and the severity of your condition. Turnaround time is typically 5–7 business days after your evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Nurse Practitioner write a VA Nexus Letter?
Yes. The VA accepts Nexus Letters from licensed healthcare providers, including Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Nwaokolo’s dual board certification as a PMHNP-BC and FNP-C makes her a highly qualified provider for mental health nexus opinions.
Do I need to be a current patient to get a Nexus Letter?
No. We accept new patients specifically for independent medical evaluations for VA claims purposes.
How much does a Nexus Letter cost?
Please contact our office for current pricing. We offer transparent, flat-rate fees for nexus letter evaluations.