Independent Medical Opinion (IMO)
VA nexus letters for veterans, from a board-certified neurologist
Dr. Amar Anand, a board-certified neurologist, writes VA nexus letters and independent medical opinions (IMO) for veterans with neurological conditions such as TBI, migraine, seizures and neuropathy. He also reviews records and testifies for attorneys and insurers, in California and across the United States.
- ABPN board-certified
- 10+ years of experience
- Detailed written reports
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VA nexus letter
Independent Medical Opinion · Dr. Amar Anand
Prepared after reviewing
- Military records
- Medical records
- Diagnostic testing
- Imaging studies
- The patient’s clinical history
The opinion addresses
- Diagnosis
- Causation
- Impairment
- Prognosis
- Functional limitations
Independent opinions for veterans, attorneys and insurers
Dr. Anand works with veterans, attorneys, insurers, employers and patients throughout California and across the United States.
VA nexus letters
Dr. Anand determines whether the available evidence supports a link, or nexus, between military service and a current neurological condition.
A comprehensive neurological evaluation
Each letter is prepared independently after reviewing military records, medical records, diagnostic testing, imaging studies and the patient’s clinical history.
Personal injury and medical malpractice
Consultation on personal injury litigation and medical malpractice cases, with a thorough review of the medical records.
Depositions and trial testimony
Dr. Anand is an experienced expert medical witness and is available for depositions and trial testimony.
For personal injury inquiries or subpoenas, contact Dr. Anand’s personal injury clinic, Pacific Neuroscience Center, as listed on our contact page.
Independent Medical Opinions (IMO)
Independent neurological evaluations that address diagnosis, causation, impairment, prognosis and functional limitations.
Medical record reviews
A thorough review of the medical records, with an evidence-based, detailed written report.
Conditions
Neurological conditions evaluated for VA nexus letters and IMOs
With over a decade of experience evaluating complex neurological disorders, Dr. Anand evaluates conditions including:
Don’t see your condition? Ask about it in a free 15-minute consultation.
Book a free consultation- Traumatic brain injury (TBI), mild TBI, concussion and post-concussion syndrome
- Syncope and unexplained loss of consciousness
- Seizure disorders and epilepsy
- Migraine and chronic headache
- Stroke
- Peripheral neuropathy, radiculopathy, and cervical and lumbar neurological injuries
- Dizziness and vestibular disorders
- Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders
- Cognitive impairment, memory disorders and neurological pain syndromes
How it works
How to get a nexus letter from a neurologist
Veterans seeking service-connected disability benefits often need a detailed medical opinion from a neurologist. From a free call to a detailed written report, it takes four steps.
Prefer email? imo@inpmclinic.com
Book a free 15-minute consultation
Choose an available time online to discuss your case with Dr. Anand.
Complete the brief intake form
The form is required before your appointment, so Dr. Anand can make the most of your time.
Neurological evaluation and record review
Dr. Anand performs a comprehensive neurological evaluation and reviews the military records, medical records, diagnostic testing and imaging studies.
Receive a detailed written report
An evidence-based written opinion. VA nexus letters are provided only when the medical evidence supports them.
Why Dr. Anand
Why work with Dr. Anand
Board-certified neurologist
Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, with fellowship training in neuroimaging and over a decade evaluating complex neurological disorders.
About Dr. Amar AnandIndependent, never decided in advance
Each opinion is based solely on objective medical evidence, clinical expertise and independent neurological judgment.
Detailed, evidence-based reports
Opinions supported by clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing, imaging review and evidence-based medical literature. Dr. Anand is also available for depositions and trial testimony.
Fees
How much does a nexus letter cost?
Independent Medical Opinions, expert witness consultations, VA nexus letters and record reviews are specialized professional services.
Nexus letter or independent medical opinion
Fees begin at
$1,500
The final price depends on:
- The complexity of the case
- The volume of records to review
- Whether deposition or trial testimony is requested
Questions
Questions about nexus letters and IMOs
01What is a VA nexus letter?
A VA nexus letter is a detailed medical opinion on whether the available evidence supports a link, or nexus, between military service and a current neurological condition. Veterans seeking service-connected disability benefits often need one from a neurologist.
02How much does a nexus letter or independent medical opinion cost?
Fees begin at $1,500. Final pricing depends on the complexity of the case, the volume of records to review and whether deposition or trial testimony is requested. The first 15-minute consultation is free.
03Which neurological conditions does Dr. Anand evaluate?
Conditions include traumatic brain injury and concussion, seizure disorders and epilepsy, migraine and chronic headache, stroke, peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy, dizziness and vestibular disorders, syncope, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, and cognitive and memory disorders.
04What does Dr. Anand review for a nexus letter?
Each letter is prepared independently after reviewing military records, medical records, diagnostic testing, imaging studies and the patient’s clinical history.
05Is the opinion decided in advance?
No. Each opinion is based solely on objective medical evidence, clinical expertise and independent neurological judgment. VA nexus letters are provided only when the medical evidence supports them.
06Do you work with clients outside California?
Yes. Dr. Anand works with attorneys, veterans, insurers, employers and patients throughout California and across the United States.
07Do I need to do anything before my appointment?
Please note that you are required to complete a brief intake form prior to your appointment to ensure we can make the most of your time with Dr. Anand.
08How do I get started?
Book a free 15-minute consultation online, or email imo@inpmclinic.com to discuss a case.
Free 15-minute consultation
Talk to Dr. Anand about your case
Choose an available time online, or email us to discuss a VA claim, a legal case or a record review. Fees begin at $1,500.