In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, a 9-year Army veteran, and Tim Woods, a 23-year veteran, continue the conversation on VA claims by answering some of the most common questions veterans have throughout the process.
From understanding timelines and documentation to navigating next steps after filing, this episode helps clarify areas that often cause confusion.

If you've ever had questions about your claim or felt unsure about what comes next, this episode provides straightforward insight to help you move forward with more confidence.

In this short Q&A episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd and Tim Woods are joined by a special guest — Anthony's brother and a Navy veteran — who shares a few things he wishes he had known before filing his VA claim. In just over 13 minutes, we talk about early mistakes many veterans make, why understanding the process matters, and how preparation can make a difference when starting your claim journey.

If you're thinking about filing or are early in the process, this quick conversation may help you avoid a few common pitfalls.

Understanding what happens after you file your VA claim is just as important as the filing itself. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, break down what the VA's decision really means — whether you receive a rating, get denied, or get referred for more information.

They walk you through how to read your rating letter, what to do if your claim is denied, and how Supplemental Claims, Higher-Level Reviews, and Board Appeals work. You'll also learn what a deferral means, why the VA sometimes sends you for additional exams, and how to respond quickly to protect your effective date.

This episode focuses on helping veterans understand the decision phase so they can take the right next steps with confidence — no matter what the VA's response.

Your C&P exam is one of the most important steps in the VA claims process — and for many veterans, also one of the most confusing. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, walk you through what really happens when you go to a C&P exam, from who conducts it to what the examiner is actually evaluating.

They break down what to bring, how to talk about your symptoms honestly, and why your prescribed medications, braces, mobility aids, and treatment notes matter. You'll also learn what happens after the exam, how long it usually takes to hear back from the VA, and what to do if the VA requests more information while your claim is still pending.

This episode focuses on helping veterans understand the full C&P exam process and the steps to take before and after the evaluation.

After you submit your VA claim, the waiting begins — and for many veterans, this stage feels confusing, slow, and unpredictable. In this episode, Tim Woods, 23-year vet, and Anthony Boyd, 9-year vet, walk you through what happens next in the claims process, from evidence gathering and record requests to understanding the stages your claim moves through behind the scenes.

They explain what to expect at each step, why the VA may request additional information, and how to prepare for your C&P Exam without missing critical deadlines. You'll also learn the difference between private medical evidence and military/VA medical records — what each one proves, why both matter, and how they work together to strengthen your claim.

Focusing on what happens after you file and how different types of medical evidence can impact your claim's outcome.