The VA Nexus Letter  is a formal medical–legal opinion that links a veteran’s current diagnosed condition  to their military service . Because these letters carry evidentiary weight in VA disability claims, they must be structured, precise, and compliant with VA standards. Below is a clear, clinician-oriented framework  for writing an effective Nexus letter. 1. Author Qualifications The letter should be written by a licensed medical or mental health professional  whose scope

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