WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has surpassed one million processed disability claims for Fiscal Year 2025, marking the earliest this milestone has been reached in the department’s history. This achievement was announced on February 20, nearly two weeks ahead of the same milestone in FY24, even as the VA faced a significant 15.6% increase in claims compared to the previous year.
The pace of claims processing has been unprecedented, with the department recording the 10 highest claims processing days in its history over the past month. The single highest claims processing day occurred on February 12, when more than 12,000 claims were completed. Of the over one million claims handled in FY25 so far, more than 60% have been approved.
Financially, the VA has delivered $62 billion in compensation and pension benefits to approximately 6.9 million Veterans and survivors through January. The department also reported a claims accuracy rate of over 92%, demonstrating its commitment to both speed and precision. Additionally, as part of its efforts, VA has completed 375,961 claims related to the PACT Act within this fiscal year.
“Under the leadership of President Trump, we are strengthening the department so it works better for Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors,” said VA Secretary Doug Collins. “VA’s claims processing productivity is the highest it has ever been, and we look forward to continuing to provide record levels of service to Veterans and VA beneficiaries.”
This milestone reflects the VA’s efforts to meet the needs of its beneficiaries with both efficiency and accuracy. Moving forward, the department intends to build on these record-breaking trends, ensuring even greater support for Veterans and their families while addressing the rising demand for its services.
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