Veteran-Owned · Medical Evidence Division
Not Sure What Medical Evidence Your VA Claim Needs? Start Here.
Learn how DBQs and Nexus Letters work, which one applies to your situation, and how our physician network prepares them - before you decide anything.
Takes about 5 minutes. No payment required to complete your intake.
No Backpay Fees
No VA.gov Password Required
Flat, Published Pricing
No Backpay Fees
No % of Compensation
No VA.gov Password Required
Free Intake & Consultation
The Real Problem
Most Claims Aren't Denied Because of the Facts. They're Denied Because of the Paperwork.
The VA doesn't rate what happened to you - it rates what's documented, in the VA's own format. That's the gap medical evidence closes.
Start Here
Which Situation Sounds Like Yours?
Most veterans and surviving spouses fall into one of five situations. Find yours below.
01 · Increase
Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ)
An existing service-connected condition has gotten worse. A DBQ documents its current severity, symptoms, and functional impact.
02 · Secondary Condition
Nexus Letter + DBQ
A condition may be connected to, or made worse by, an existing service- connected disability. A Nexus Letter addresses that medical relationship.
03 · Denied Claim
Medical Evidence Review + Attorney Referral
Your claim was denied. We review what you have and, when appropriate, connect you with an accredited VA attorney partner.
04 · Surviving Spouse
DIC Claim Filing - $1,500 Filing Fee
You're a surviving spouse pursuing Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). We help gather and prepare the documentation your claim needs.
05 · Discharge Status
Discharge Upgrade - $1,500 Filing Fee
Your discharge status may be limiting access to benefits. We help prepare and file your petition for a discharge upgrade.
How It Maps Out
A Simple Way to Think About Your Evidence
Increase
An existing service-connected disability has worsened over time.
DBQ
Secondary
One condition may be caused or aggravated by another, already- connected condition.
Nexus Letter + DBQ
Appeal / Denial
You received an unfavorable VA decision and need to respond.
Evidence Review + Attorney Referral
Surviving Spouse
You are a surviving spouse pursuing Dependency and Indemnity Compensation.
DIC Claim Filing
Discharge Status
Your discharge characterization is limiting access to VA benefits.
Discharge Upgrade
Understanding the Documents
Two Kinds of Medical Evidence
Medical Evidence
Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ)
Documents your diagnosis, current symptoms, severity, and functional impairment in the exact format the VA uses to evaluate a claim. Most relevant when an existing service- connected condition has gotten worse.
Mental Health
Migraines, Back & Neck, Knees & Shoulders
Sleep Apnea, GERD, IBS, Radiculopathy & more
Medical Evidence
Independent Nexus Letter
An independent medical opinion addressing the relationship between a claimed condition and your service, or an existing service-connected disability. The physician reaches this opinion using independent clinical judgment.
Secondary Service Connection
Direct Service Connection & Aggravation Claims
Frequently paired with a corresponding DBQ
No Surprises
Transparent, Published Pricing
We don't take a percentage of your VA compensation, and we don't hide pricing behind a phone call. This is shared for your understanding - you'll review exact pricing for your situation during your intake and consultation.
One Document
$750
One DBQ, or one Nexus Letter
Two+ Documents
$500 ea.
Any combination of DBQs & Nexus Letters
White-Glove
$3,000
Up to two documents, guided end-to- end
DIC Claim (Surviving Spouse)
$1,500
Filing fee
Discharge Upgrade
$1,500
Filing fee
No Backpay Fees
No Success Fees
No % of Compensation
No Monthly Fees
The Process
What Happens After Your Intake
01
Complete Your Intake
Tell us about your situation and which conditions you're pursuing - no cost, no obligation.
02
Book Your Appointment
Immediately after your intake, you'll choose a time for a consultation with our team.
03
Review Your Options Together
We'll walk through which documents may apply to your claim and answer your questions.
04
Physician Scheduling
If you move forward, you're scheduled with the appropriate medical professional.
05
Evaluation, Review & Delivery
The physician prepares your evidence, it passes quality review, and is delivered securely.
Why Seven Principles
Built By People Who Understand the Process
VETERAN LED
Veteran Ownership
Built by people who understand the VA disability process firsthand.
PHYSICIAN NETWORK
Qualified Physicians
A network of physicians preparing evidence using independent medical judgment.
TRANSPARENT
Flat, Published Pricing
No backpay fees, no percentage of compensation, no surprises.
Don't risk wasting time & money trying the VA claims process on your own.
Everyday, Veterans around the world leave millions of dollars on the table trying the process without expert guidance.
We solve this issue by doing all the work for you and identifying strategies to put more money in your pocket each month for the rest of your life.
Let us take the weight off by giving you the highest chances to WIN your VA claims.
We reduce the risk of filing the VA Claims incorrectly.
We gather, sort, and file all the VA Claims documentation you need to WIN.
We have the best doctors & experts on our team with the highest credentials in the United States.
We advise you on how to articulate and navigate the C&P exams process.
What Veterans Say
Testimonials & Reviews
"I started working with a different company and they were taking months just to get back with me .from the time I had my first call until the time I got finished was less than 2 months. Very satisfied!"
Samuel Trokey
"The Seven Principles team worked expeditiously to help get my increase from 50 to 100% permanent and total. I totally recommend this company."
Risa Cheatham
"Very helpful, thorough, and 2 steps ahead of everyone.."
Randy Miles
Hear what other Veterans have said about Seven Principles
"A Fantastic Experience"
Working with Seven Principles was a massive life change for me, I’ve been able to increase my VA Claim amount, and I never thought it would be possible.
RAY – USMC
"The team are excellent"
They were able to increase my VA claim & the whole process was easy, from start to finish, thank you so much for all of your efforts and hard work.
EBONY – US ARMY
"The best experience I've had."
My case was very successful, everything I thought that would be an issue, they guided me throughout the whole VA Claim process. I’d definitely recommend them.
ADAM – USMC
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a DBQ and a Nexus Letter?
A DBQ documents severity and symptoms for a condition. A Nexus Letter addresses the medical relationship between conditions. Many secondary-condition claims need both — your intake helps us figure out which applies to you.
Does the intake cost anything?
No. The intake and initial consultation are free. You'll only pay if you decide to move forward with medical evidence services.
Do you take any of my VA backpay?
No. We charge flat, upfront pricing. We never take a percentage of your compensation or backpay.
Do you need access to my VA.gov account?
No. Standard medical evidence services do not require your VA.gov or ID.me login.
Can you guarantee my claim will be approved?
No. Physicians exercise independent medical judgment, and the VA ultimately determines service connection, ratings, and entitlement to benefits.
What if my claim was already denied?
We'll review your situation and, when appropriate, connect you with an accredited VA attorney partner for a Supplemental Claim, Higher-Level Review, or Board Appeal.
I'm a surviving spouse - can you help with a DIC claim?
Yes. We help surviving spouses prepare and file Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) claims for a flat $1,500 filing fee.
Can you help me upgrade my discharge status?
Yes. If your discharge characterization is limiting your access to VA benefits, we help prepare and file a discharge upgrade petition for a flat $1,500 filing fee.