Advocates For Benefits

Troy Horne

CEO

“An accredited representative is an individual who has undergone a formal application and training process and is recognized by VA as being capable of assisting claimants with their affairs before VA.” – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Per the VA: “the purpose of VA’s accreditation program is to ensure that claimants for VA benefits receive qualified assistance in preparing and presenting their claims.” The accreditation process includes an examination, a background investigation, and continuing education requirements to ensure the most up-to-date information is being provided to those seeking VA benefits. Troy Horne was approved by the VA as an Accredited Claims Agent to prosecute veterans claims before the VA. To obtain that accreditation, he studied the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 38 (CFR 38) and passed the federal exam with the Department of Veterans Affairs, authorizing him to represent service and non-service connected pension claimants, Service connected disability claims, aid and attendance for service members and spouses, and DIC payments for surviving spouses. He completes continuing education courses on a annual basis to stay abreast with current regulations and federal manuals. He also holds a MBA from Pittsburg State University.