Episodes

  • Ep 6: How to Gather VA Claim Evidence | A Step-by-Step Guide for Veterans 📑
    Jun 27 2025

    Learn more at: https://launch.claimclimbers.com/

    In this episode, Samuel Ross—veteran and CEO of Claim Climbers—breaks down one of the most critical parts of your VA disability claim: gathering the right evidence. Whether you're just starting or trying to strengthen your case, this guide walks you through the essential documents and strategies that can turn a denial into an approval. Learn how to collect and organize service treatment records, VA and private medical records, buddy statements, lay evidence, Nexus Letters, and prepare for your C&P exam. Don’t worry if you’re missing a piece—Sam explains how to build a strong case no matter where you’re starting from. Watch now to take control of your VA claim and boost your chances of success.

    👉Subscribe for the next episode, where we cover the full VA claim timeline and what to expect after you file.

    🔗Visit https://launch.claimclimbers.com/ for expert help with Nexus Letters and medical reviews.

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    6 mins
  • Ep 5: The Intent to File – Protect Your VA Benefits and Back Pay Early 💪
    Jun 25 2025

    Learn more at: https://launch.claimclimbers.com/

    In Episode 5, Samuel Ross, founder and CEO of Claim Climbers and a veteran himself, breaks down the crucial step of filing an Intent to File with the VA. Learn how this simple action can lock in your effective date, protect your back pay for up to 12 months, and give you more time to prepare a strong claim. Sam explains what the Intent to File is, why it matters, how to submit VA Form 21-0966 online, by mail, or in person, and important deadlines to keep in mind. Don’t miss this key insight that could make a massive difference in your benefits. Stay tuned for the next episode covering the VA claim timeline and what to expect after submitting your claim. Thank you for watching and for your service!

    Need help? Our team at Claim Climbers is here to guide you every step of the way.

    Contact our Team of VA Disability Experts at: https://launch.claimclimbers.com/

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    4 mins
  • Ep 4: VA Special Claims Uncovered: PTSD, MST & TDIU Made Simple🎯
    Jun 11 2025

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    In this powerful episode, Sam Ross — veteran and CEO of Claim Climbers — breaks down the most emotionally charged and life-changing VA claims: PTSD (including combat and non-combat), Military Sexual Trauma (MST), and TDIU (Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability).

    Learn the essential forms, evidence needed, and how to navigate each unique path to support and compensation. Whether you're struggling with documentation or just don't know where to start, this video is your guide to unlocking the benefits you’ve earned.

    Discover the PTSD stressor requirements, MST evidence tips, TDIU rating and employment rules, and the key VA forms you need.

    You’re not alone in this — and your story matters.


    👉 Subscribe and join us for Episode 5 on VA claims timelines!

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    4 mins
  • Ep 3: Unlock Hidden VA Benefits 🔓: CEO Sam Ross Reveals the Power of Secondary Service Connections
    Jun 9 2025

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    Veterans—did you know that a new medical condition caused by your existing service-connected disability could qualify you for more VA benefits? In this powerful episode, Sam Ross, veteran and CEO of Claim Climbers, breaks down secondary service connections—a game-changing but often overlooked part of the VA claims process.

    Learn how conditions like sleep apnea from PTSD, GERD from medication side effects, or depression from chronic pain can boost your rating—even push you toward 100% VA disability. Sam shares real-life examples, step-by-step guidance, and the importance of a well-crafted nexus letter to support your claim.

    Don’t leave benefits on the table. You earned them.

    Listen now to build a stronger VA claim and get the compensation you deserve.

    👉Subscribe for more expert insights on increasing your VA rating and navigating the claims process.

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    4 mins
  • Ep 2: Unlocking Presumptive VA Claims | You Might Already Qualify!
    Jun 4 2025

    Learn more at: https://launch.claimclimbers.com/


    Think your VA disability claim is complicated? It might not be. In Episode 2 of Claim Climbers’ VA Disability Series, CEO Sam Ross breaks down presumptive conditions — what they are, who qualifies, and how they can make your claim much easier to win. From Agent Orange and burn pits to radiation exposure and Gulf War Syndrome, this episode shows you how certain service locations automatically connect your health issues to your military service.

    You’ll learn how to use your DD214 to support your claim, understand the impact of the PACT Act, discover how to register for the VA Burn Pit Registry, and find out if your condition qualifies for automatic service connection.
    If you served in Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, or even near a nuclear site, this video is a must-watch. Don’t miss your chance to get the benefits you’ve earned — no nexus letter required.


    🔗 Ready to get started? Visit our launch site: https://launch.claimclimbers.com


    Subscribe and stay tuned for Episode 3, where we walk you through how to file your claim step by step.

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    6 mins
  • Ep1: VA Disability Secrets with Samuel Ross: What Service-Connected Really Means
    Jun 2 2025

    Learn more at: https://launch.claimclimbers.com/


    In Episode 1 of our VA Disability Series, Samuel Ross—Founder & CEO of Claim Climbers—breaks down the number one most important concept every veteran must understand: service-connected conditions. If you're filing a VA disability claim or trying to figure out how much compensation you qualify for, this is where it all starts.

    You’ll learn what “service-connected” really means, the different types of connections including direct, aggravated, and delayed onset, and how to prove your condition is linked to your military service. Sam also explains why a strong nexus letter could make or break your claim.
    Whether you’re just starting your VA claim or trying to improve your rating, this foundational knowledge will put you on the right track.


    Subscribe and stay tuned—next episode dives into presumptive conditions.


    Visit https://launch.claimclimbers.com to connect with Claim Climbers and get support with your VA disability journey.

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    4 mins
  • DD214 -What is it, why does it matter, and how to find yours?
    Apr 29 2025

    Join Samuel Ross, Founder and CEO of Claim Climbers, as he discusses the DD214.

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    3 mins