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C&P EXAM INTELLIGENCE CENTER

Prepare to be accurate—not rehearsed.

Your exam is a snapshot. Build the details that help it reflect your real limitations, including the difficult days you usually minimize.

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BEFORE THE EXAM

Build an accurate snapshot

Organize dates, conditions, treatment history, medications, and examples of functional impact before the appointment.

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Appointment date, time, location, and examiner confirmedVA contact information is currentClaimed conditions and current treatment listedNew non-VA medical records submitted through an appropriate channelRelevant public DBQ reviewed for topics—not memorized as a scriptTransportation, accessibility, caregiver, or chaperone needs addressed

Appointment detailsConditions being examined

WHEN THE CHECKLIST ISN’T ENOUGH

Bring the organized facts to a veteran who knows what minimization sounds like.

No scripts. No exaggeration. A clearer account of what is true, frequent, severe, and functionally important.

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Educational preparation only: This tool does not provide medical or legal advice, coach false statements, or guarantee an examination or claim outcome. Always describe your symptoms and limitations truthfully.