I used the virtual VERA appointment link and scheduled for the following day.

She called me at our appointment time and was so polite and helpful.

She was able to tell me that on Aug 10th I will be assigned to a rater and that if there is no updates (moved to PFN) online within 2 weeks after Aug 10th, to schedule another appt with them so they can follow up.

Just knowing that, allows me to stop checking the VA app 10 times a day. :) I highly recommend scheduling with VERA for an update!