Processing times vary significantly by pathway. The VA aims to complete supplemental claims and higher-level reviews within four to five months, though actual timelines often exceed those targets. Board of Veterans’ Appeals cases typically take longer, a year or more, depending on the docket selected and the complexity of the case. The direct review docket (no new evidence, no hearing) is generally the fastest at the Board level. As of the most recent VBA data, the average time to complete a disability-related claim is approximately 85 days from filing to decision, but this average includes straightforward claims and does not reflect the full timeline for contested or appealed cases.