Total Knee Replacement on June 6
Im getting my right knee replaced at the VAMC on June 6. Its a Zimmer NexGen, installed by the VA ortho surgeon. I have been told that I will be using a walker for up to 3 months after the surgery....
View ArticlePeripheral Edema
All, I have started to develop peripheral edema in my lower legs. I am service connected for Hypertension (HBP) and also for heart disease (LVH). Could or is, these maladies or the "medications" for...
View ArticleDisability decreased from 1 good PFT and X-RAY/ct results
Hello, I have been 100% temp for the last 12 years and had a recent Plulmknary function test for asthma/cOPD and I get a proposal etter from the Va that my vA comp disablity is going to be reduced...
View ArticleFiling an Intent to File on eBenefits
I can't find the intent to file form I logged on to my eBenfits to file an intent to file. The only thing I found was the actual claim form for when you are ready to file the full claim. I tried the...
View ArticleSMC
What does SMC (S-1) mean? And what is the additional pay amount for a veteran with spouse only?
View ArticleHigh Arcnes (pes Cavus)
why does the VA pay for flat fleet or high arches when both are genetic defects? im asking because im currently recieving SC disability for high arches (pes cavus) and im afraid the VA, one day, will...
View ArticleUnderstanding §3.156(c) and getting that killer EED
I'm doing this appeal because the Seattle DRO just can't bring herself to commit career suicide by writing a $1.25 million dollar check. It's 60% plus spouse and 4 dependents from 1970. I dinked her...
View ArticleHearing loss and Tinnitus
I was awarded 10% for Tinnitus but turned down for hearing loss. How can that be?
View ArticleBetter to report medical conditions while still in military!
I just wanted to let active military personal know that its a lot better to have any and all medical conditions reported or Documented while your still in the military. Do not Put off going to the...
View ArticleFund raising for HadIt.com
The site is supported through ads and ad free subscriptions, we are also asking for any support you would like to send our way. You can give a $1 or more it all helps. Keep in mind though that it is...
View ArticlePreparation for Decision
I've read a few older topics on this, but is the VA's system any more accurate than it used to be? I had my C&P on 4 May, then last week my claim went to 'Preparation for Decision' with an...
View Articleallergies, GERD
March of 2018 I had surgery to have a cyst removed from my throat . I was never diagnosed with gerd however, I noticed that ever since I returned from Kandahar I began having serious allergies to...
View Articlea&a claim no c&p scheduled
I submitted the VA 21 form for aid and attendance on 5/2 along with claim for ED. I had my c&p for ed 2 weeks ago and as of now no other c&p exams are pending. I submitted an a&a form...
View ArticleOpted Into RAMP
This is not a question but a post on my RAMP journey since not much data is out there. On the 1st of February I received in the mail the option to opt into RAMP for my legacy appeal. Based on the...
View ArticleHearing aids
I have just received a 0% bilateral hearing loss and a 10% tinnitus rating. Do I qualify for hearing aids?
View ArticleHearing aids
I am new to the VA benefits family. I just received a 0% hearing loss rating and a 10% tinnitus rating. Am I qualified for hearing aids? Thanks for the input!
View Article70% rating under non service connected status on eBenefits
I submitted a claim that was denied this past December. I then received a letter at the end March from the VA stating I had a week to called back and schedule a C&P exam. I called and scheduled...
View ArticleAgent Orange
Does anyone else that trained at the bivauc area out side Sheppard AFB in OK wonder why the training area was so barren and the side where we were camped was nice and lush and green? I was there in...
View ArticleTBI questions
I apologize if this is going to be a long-winded explanation. I'll get to my question at the end. I was on barracks duty during my time in service. While on duty, I was physically assaulted (Beat up)...
View ArticleNew Donation VietNamEraVet1969
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