Sleep Apnea
I am planning to file a claim for sleep apnea after talking to my VSO. I was diagnosed with OSA last April, and separated early 2013. I don't have anything in my service medical records about sleep...
View ArticleC & P Exam For Increase On Migraines
Hello Eveyone, here is a copy of my C & P exam for increase on migraines. I also filed a FDC for the hemifacial spasms that can be caused by migraines and aggravate migraines as well. tell me what...
View ArticleTemp Partial Grant
I've been informed that I have a temporary partial grant coming, but I have no idea what that means. I was previously approved for 0pct for bursitis(both knees) and subluxation(left knee) and I...
View ArticleVA Disability Claim Reconsideration Submission
Long time listener, first time caller. I searched the forum and couldn't find an answer to my specific question. I've submitted my initial claim, had my C&P exams and was only approved for half...
View ArticlePossible Related/Secondary Issues From Long Ago?
Hi, I'm new, recently been reading these type forums and other medical info sites, got me wondering. Never thought about possible increase from a related/secondary thing. Not sure what I'm doing,...
View ArticleAre Veterans who get TDIU for mental health issues still being forced against...
I was just wondering if I was ever to try and get TDIU for PTSD if the VA is going to send me a letter saying they appointed a fiduciary and I can't choose to fight it? Are they still doing that to...
View ArticleShould I file now?
Hello, Army OIF/OEF vet here. In 10/2015 I initially filed for claims with little/no evidence. Most were of course denied. Through appeals I am now at 40% SC for IBS and tinnitus. I appealed my...
View ArticleRO Remand
I have two appeals that were remanded back to the RO twice. This last time it was in Oct 2016, a friend of mi ex was Remanded in Dec 2016, I had a C&P in Dec which was favorable to my claim, my...
View ArticleVSO ineffective
What do i have to do to fire my VSO and continue my claims/appeals alone?
View ArticleKIA Vietnam vet denied Purple Heart, need help
Please google "CPL James D. Davis" on Facebook for several articles concerning a 46 year remembrance many members of his unit had for him. Four fellow brothers were kia'd and denied purple hearts...
View ArticleWhat will probably happen if i request a copy of my C-file with an active...
Hi all, I have an claim pending and stuck in gathering evidence for 4 months. I would like to request my c-file but I'm wondering will the VA label it as a claim and lump it with the claim I have...
View ArticlePoopsy Woopsy
My husband was 70% PTSD and had three claims pending; Unemployability, AO, A&A. but before they were awarded. the VA killed my husband. I was awarded DIC, as it was an easy case having a letter...
View ArticlePrep for decision without C&P
2/15/2017 - claim put in on ebenefits. Claiming left shoulder condition, left shoulder arthritis, left knee condition. All information was uploaded private medical records that include current...
View ArticleRO suggested the answer he wanted?
Hello, My husband's blue button file includes record of an RO requesting a medical addendum opinion. The RO specifically wrote in the request that: "the interview based mets results would result in a...
View ArticleDenied claims
I filled my first claim in 1988, it was denied. Then I claim again in 1995, denied again. Along the xyears I gave up until my lower back hurt again. In 2014 I filled for,the thirdctime for my lower...
View ArticleADHD
So I had a neuropsych test just two weeks ago diagnosis severe TBI residuals with Exacerbated ADHD this was done at the VA in Coatesville. This has been my third test in ten years I've never filed for...
View ArticleScoliosis.. Is it VA ratable?
Hello all I retired in 2005 have a general question in reference to back disability. I'm currently at 60% with 10% of it for "residuals of post laminectomy, lumbar spine, with mild degenerative...
View ArticleSleep Apnea secondary to PTSD
I've been doing a lot of research on the link between PTSD and sleep apnea because I have filed a claim for it. I found several articles, but the most recent one I found today and added to my claim....
View ArticleOwcp and Va Benefits
I am currently on OWCP workers comp for a left shoulder injury. Owcp recently sent me paperwork asking if I get VA benefits for the same injury. I do NOT get va benefits for left shoulder. Although...
View Articlebenefit fraud - false "PTSD - MST" and help
I was wondering how to report a false "PTSD - Military Sexual Trama" diagnosis and prior service mental issues. I know someone that joined the military without disclosing their diagnosis of...
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