All C&P TBI Residuals examinations require the examiner to review the Claims File (also called C-file or claims folder). The Request for Examination will also indicate when a Claims File review is required. Nearly all of this information is stored in an electronic folder (eFolder) and is accessible to authorized users via the Internet. The eFolder will contain information from VBA, BVA, or both. C&P examiners need to be familiar with this documentation to effectively evaluate all claimed conditions.

Documents you may see in an eFolder can include:

• a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty documents (e.g. DD 214, NOAA 56-56, or PHS 1867)
• military personnel records
• service treatment records (STRs)
• the Veteran's Application for Compensation or Pension (VA 21-526 or VA 10-10EZ)
• a Veteran Statement of Claim form
• rating decisions, both the Narrative explanation and Code sheet (information about the claimant, the current decision, past decisions and the current state of entitlement to compensation and pension benefits)
• prior Requests for Physical Examination (VA 21-2507), also called Requests for Examination
• prior C&P examinations (may be referred to as C&P Exam or VA Exam (VAE)) Various correspondence documents (third party, email, etc.)
• medical records: Compensation and Pension Record Interchange (CAPRI) for VA treatment records
• medical treatment record – non-government
• medical treatment record – government facility

Specialists who perform neuropsychological assessments can access pre-deployment baseline Automated Neuropsychological Assessment Metrics (ANAM) screenings. Select this link to learn more: ANAM screenings.