New Federal Law Expands Benefits To Veterans Exposed To Burn Pits And Toxic Substances, Allsup Reports
Considered to be perhaps the largest healthcare and benefits expansion for veterans from the Gulf War era and those who served in
“This is a major step in recognizing the serious illnesses and life-altering conditions veterans are facing after long-term exposure to burn pits while serving, said
“Now that the PACT Act has been signed into law, the next phase begins of drafting and finalizing key regulations,” Buchanan added. Once the regulations have been established and the law is enacted, 13 toxic-exposure related conditions will be recognized immediately, including:
- Asthma
- Brain cancer
- Chronic rhinitis
- Chronic sinusitis
- Constricive bronchiolities or obliterative bronchiolitis
- Emphysema
- Glioblastoma
- Granulomatous disease
- Interstitial lung disease
- Pleuritis
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Respiratory cancer
- Sarcoidosis
“However, the remaining presumptive conditions will be phased in over the next few years starting in
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Gastrointestinal cancer of any type
- Head cancer of any type
- Lymphoma cancer of any type
- Lymphomatic cancer of any type
- Neck cancer of any type
- Pancreatic cancer
- Reproductive cancer of any type
- Melanoma
- Kidney cancer
“The VA application and appeals processes can be complex and lengthy. While this important new law recognizes the damage from burn pit exposure, applications will continue to be denied for any number of reasons. Or if approved, the benefit rating may be inadequate or insufficient. Veterans need skilled professionals who understand the inner workings of the
Allsup’s VA-Accredited Claims Agents help veterans choose which of the three appeal options are best, based on the individual’s specific situation. They’ve guided veterans from all service branches through this appeals process, helping them secure monthly income, survivor benefits, more access to
Veterans can contact Allsup for confirmation of their service-connected disability and assistance in determining which path to pursue with their
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