What is a VA C&P Exam? Within the VA there are two separate and distinct departments, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and the Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA).  The VHA deals with providing medical care and treatment to veterans, while the VBA determines compensation and monetary benefits.  A Compensation and Pension Examination, or “C&P”, is a strange hybrid of both the VHA & VBA.  They are conducted by physicians within the VHA or privately contracted physicians, … [Read more...]