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What exactly is a VA Vocational (Social and Industrial) Survey?
What exactly is a VA Vocational (Social and Industrial) Survey and if its just a survey with a Social Worker then why would the VA want to re-examine SC conditions that have already been examined many...
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How to service connect planters facia and back issues?
So I am a recently separated vet, I was diagnosed with Plantar's facilities in boot and received insoles, but ever since then I bought my own insoles, so that was the first and last time I officially...
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Next claim going down range finally
Well, its that time again, wish me luck! Finally put it all together and will be dropping it off at the CVSO tomorrow. 1. Increase rating for right foot plantar fasciitis. Currently 10%, 2008. New...
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80% Rating just received
Hello Veterans. I just received an increase from 40% to 80%. I put my claim in December 2015. My ratings are as follows: 20%: Lower Back Condition (continued) 70% Major depressive disorder,...
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Arthritis Question
Quick question...........Can you claim arthritis for more than one body part. For example right knee and left ankle?
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Question How does the VA calculate secondary conditions?
How does the VA calculate secondary conditions? Say for example I am rated at 50% for major depressive disorder (MDD) and my OSA is found to be service connected due to the MDD. I use a CPAP machine...
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Taking forever to have a c&p exam
It's been almost a month now since I spoke with my VSO about my increase request. I still haven't heard from C&P. They're literally across the hall from the VSO. In the time I've been waiting my...
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21-4138
Hello I'm about to submit for reconsideration for left foot and right ankle injury due to in-service injuries........................problem is military lost x-rays, sick call profiles, and etc. for...
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Opinions and recommendations requested
Long time reader, first time poster. Many thanks for all of the valuable advice. Current ratings: 100% UI P&T 90% Rating Disabilities: 40% Head injury with C5 fracture, headaches and history...
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Backwards in claim
So I'm helping my brother with the claim, much needed, long overdo. Anyways, his claim was at preparation for notification, decision packet is prepared for mailing. This was on a Wednesday or...
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Aid and attendance
I did not submit a claim for the aid and attendance to include smc. What is this and why did someone add it?
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Introduction, New Award and Questions
Hello everyone! First I want to introduce myself. I am a recent USN retiree, 6 years active duty, 14+ years reserve (with deployment), and a qualified submariner. I am a long time reader and first...
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TBI scandal (unqualified VA docs) update
http://www.disabledveterans.org/2016/05/05/veterans-affairs-tbi-scandal-affected-25000-veterans/ What a disgrace. I am sure Tbird has this already and will post too...I just don't want any TBI vet...
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denied service connection bipolar disorder *Added C&P docs*
Former Marine MOS 5534 Musician Clarinet Player Service connected 40% left median nerve laceration with neuropathy found unfit for duty due to injury placed on TDRL, and honorably discharged FDC claim...
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Notified by VA of Impending Rating Drop
Good morning. I received a letter yesterday stating that the VA noted "some improvement" so they are planning on dropping my service-connected PTSD rating from 50% to 0. I am, by no means, better...
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VA says they overpaid...two years later
I'm not sure where to post this, so I apologize if this is in the wrong place. My husband was getting Post 9/11 GI benefits for school from late 2013 up until the end of 2014 (when he graduated)....
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State Property Tax exemptions
The state property tax exemptions for Vets are as follows. Please note these may not be up to date, so please check. For example, Ohio has increased its exemption to 50,000: State Amount of...
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How far back does your service records go?
So im filing for planter's facia and flat feet, the only time my feet was looked at, was in boot camp, after bootcamp I bought my own insoles, so I never went to sick call or was seen again for my...
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Tinnitus?
Hi, my second post on this site. I'm wondering about tinnitus. I've told my military doctor about the ringing and he noted it on my medical paperwork, but do I have to be officially tested before I can...
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NOD, Reopen, or CUE
There is much discussion on these, and when you should do which. All 3 are to essentially overturn a bad decision. I recommend you understand that CUE is a Standard of Review. Dont think of it as...
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