VA Disability Benefits
Questionnaire (DBQ) Evaluations In Decatur & Roswell, GA

Cash‑Pay Service

DBQs, Nexus Letters, and Independent Medical Opinions are typically not covered by insurance and must be paid directly by the Veteran.
Every evaluation includes a clinical assessment and review of relevant medical records to provide accurate, evidence-based documentation for your claim.
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What A DBQ Provides

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A Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) documents medical findings in the VA’s preferred format. It clarifies diagnosis, severity, functional impact, and occupational limitations to support disability claims, rating increases, and appeals.

Conditions Eligible For DBQ Evaluation

Comprehensive mental health and medical DBQs completed by licensed clinicians.

Veteran Disability Documentation Services

Licensed clinicians providing medical evidence required for VA disability claims, increases, secondary conditions, and appeals.
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Structured medical documentation aligned with VA rating criteria.
Evidence‑based medical opinions establishing causation or aggravation.
Clinical analysis for denials or inaccurate C&P exams.
Comprehensive review of service treatment records and prior VA decisions.
Clarifies diagnostic accuracy and functional impact.
Determines whether a condition is caused or aggravated by another.
Provides medical evidence required for reconsideration.
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When Is A DBQ Needed?

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Licensed clinicians providing medical evidence required for VA disability claims, increases, secondary conditions, and appeals.
Most Major Insurances Accepted

We Strive to Make Your Care Accessible

Nexus Letters For Service Connection

Evidence‑based medical opinions establishing causation or aggravation using VA‑compliant language, including the required “at least as likely as not” standard.

Diagnostic
Clarification

Causation
Analysis

Aggravation
Assessment

VA‑Compliant
Language

Meet the Providers

A multidisciplinary team delivering clinical evaluations and VA‑aligned medical documentation.

Dr. Judith Ngulefac

DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C

Delores Bedell

PMHNP-BC

Thomas McKinnon

PMHNP-BC

Dr. Douglas Cooper

MD

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Our Evaluation Process

A structured, clinical workflow designed to produce accurate, defensible medical documentation.
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Secure Intake

Record review, service history, and prior VA decisions.

Clinical Evaluation

Structured medical assessment with licensed clinicians.

DBQ Completion

Diagnosis, severity, functional impact, occupational limitations.

Quality Review & Delivery

Internal consistency check and final documentation.

What Our Patients Say

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We accept TRICARE for eligible veterans, spouses, and dependents. Coverage depends on your specific plan, and our team verifies your benefits before your appointment.

Yes. Many veterans receive care through both the VA and private providers. Independent psychiatric treatment can complement your VA care and provide additional support.

No referral is required. Contact our office directly to schedule an appointment.

Yes. Psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up visits are available virtually throughout Georgia. NeuroStar® TMS Therapy treatments are provided in our Decatur office.

MindBodySoul provides NeuroStar® TMS TherapyIn Decatur & Roswell, GA

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Serving patients from Tucker, Stone Mountain, Avondale Estates, North Decatur, Clarkston and surrounding Metro Atlanta communities.

Strengthen Your VA Disability Claim
With Proper Medical Evidence