Need a claim plan from the wisdom of the crowd
Looking for the Wisdom of the crowd here. I have not fie a claim with the VA – yet. I intend to file an intent to file before the end of the month, so it would give me a year to further gather evidence...
View ArticleCurrently serving question
Hello all, First time posting on here, found this website while I was looking into medical documentation. I am a Guard member and have a few questions. How does obtaining a VA rating as far as being...
View ArticleTotal Knee Replacement??
I would like to hear from people who have had a TKR (Total knee replacement). Im currently considering this surgery. This is mostly about the HEALTH part of it, but if you want to share your...
View ArticleMigraines , Botox and rating
I have a pending increase for migraines. I am now 30%. I have been getting Botox Injections, Nerve blocks for the last 10 years to limit my migraines. Has anyone had Botox etc and then gone for an...
View ArticleVeteran as caretaker
I have seen a lot of information and assistance for people who are care providers for our veterans. What I cannot find is information for when the Veteran is the one who is the caretaker. Would it be...
View ArticlePTSD due to Investigation
Have a question. I was investigated by the IG. No charges filed, but were substantiated. This ended the career. I have developed several mental health issues because of this. Long story on the...
View ArticleLower Back Pain/sciatica/ Nerve Damage
hi everyone, I just got back from a electronic nerve test and the physician said I have nerve damage. He believes it is caused by my lower back. He is not sure wether it is rejuvenating itself or it is...
View ArticlePsy Exams Before Getting Out
I am still active duty. Having a number of mental health issues due to my health (heart arrhythmia) and the results of an IG Investigation. No charges but substantiated claims and my next rank that...
View ArticleBad Paper Discharge
I'm presently working with a Vietman Veteran, who has a "under conditions other than honorable". He has been receiving medical care from a VA Healthcare Facility. When we tried to apply for...
View ArticleHow to use 'Intent to File' for more than 1 future claim?
Hey Guys - I need to know if it is possible to file an 'Intent to File' and then submit multiple claims?When I first started to file a few years back I was told just a letter stating that you would be...
View ArticleAgent Orange - What does VA consider Proper protocol
Hey Guys,Several Questions on Agent Orange.1. Does getting registered on the Agent Orange Registry hurt, help, or otherwise affect any future disability claim? 2. Do I need to file/open a claim in...
View Articlenew members please dont
Please dont Post under different threads or topics-try to stick with the same one- Sometimes I prepare a reply- only to find out there is more recent info the vet has posted under a different topic...
View ArticleLocal Hearing?
Issue #1. I've been filling claims since 2009. Steadily getting increases. I filed a bunch of new claims and got denied. I felt that these claim should be SC and did not want to wait the year+ to get...
View ArticleCan a Polygraph (Lie Detector) test be used as evidence in any claim.
Hey Guys - Firstly I want to thank everyone here for making me feel welcomed and offering some very sage advice, wisdom and critical information - I hope I don't wear you out, or my welcome. Today I...
View ArticleALS -our most unique Presumptive
ALS presumptive. My church prays for a relative of our Pastor . I don’t know if the relative is a veteran, but do know they have ALS.I will find out today if the relative is a vet and then advise the...
View ArticleResidency Exemption Granted
Glad to announce the law in New Castle County Delaware has been updated to anyone who is found to be Permanent and totally disabled by the VA will be granted a residency exemption to their disability...
View ArticleVA Disability Service Officials
Hello, I just wanted to share a new Facebook group I created. The purpose of this group is simple. We want to provide veterans with assistance in filing their claims, and answering questions...
View ArticleSMC, TBI/PTSD
My Husband is rated totally and permanently 100% disabled with TBI; he also has severe PTSD, which is unrated. he is service connected for both of these problems. he also has several other health...
View Article1st Time VA Claim -
This is my first time in this forum and new to the VA compensation arena. I hope I'm in the right place. I want to file a claim regarding being exposed to the chemical MALATHION while in the service....
View Articlepain of the suspension date
Anyone else get excited at first when the phone people give you a suspense date just for you to wait for the day to get here, like when you ship overseas and you count down each day until the day you...
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