How the VA Disability Process Works To start the VA disability process, gather records that show your condition and how it relates to your military service. File online through VA.gov or submit VA Form 21-526EZ. Then watch for requests for more information, attend any scheduled VA claim exam, and check your claim status until you receive a decision. If you are not ready to … [Read more...] about What Happens During the VA Disability Process from Start to Finish?