Dennis1989

IIt makes sense to re-evaluate so people don't continue collecting when they don't need it.

Hello, I was recently rated at 70% for combat- PTS. I haven't even received my retro, brown envelope or any compensation yet. I am just curious how often the Re- Evaluations are. I have read every 2 years and have also seen some veterans say they've never known anyone to be re- examined in over 20 years of being disabled. I don't know if these further exams are much for PTS troops, rather than for disabilities like, anxiety... Or depression, which can be more easily healed. I'm not really worried about having a re- evaluation because its the treatment and therapy which I seek, that's important, over the compensation. I am just trying to understand the process and see what I have to prepare for. Any input would be helpful. thanks guys.

Thanks Talon. I am seeking help now and I will be in touch if need be. I am also available at all times. Stay strong!

Thanks. I am already seeking therapy which I look forward to. Thanks brother

I was rated for 70%. The claim was opened on 9/17/2015 and complete on 01/14/2016. VA treated me right

was rated for 70%! Now, waiting on the BBE.

Moved to "Preparation for Notification"!

Thanks brother. I guess, falling under the 50 percentile, yet with sever stressors and mid level symptoms... Is it almost guaranteed that I will be at 50 or can it differ either positively or negatively? Just wondering how much weight is on the social inoperability.

How much weight does the "social and occupational impairment" carry when it comes to rating the veteran for PTSD?

Leadbelly, Ebenefits is allowing us to log on but doesn't allow us to do much past there. for future reference, if you are trying to access Ebenefits and you're wondering if its your computer or every one is having problems use this link. There are comments if you scroll down by people with there issues. http://www.isitdownrightnow.com/ebenefits.va.gov.html

Thanks everyone, Sometimes with these claims, reassurance is enough to keep someone motivated and patient. I am still waiting on my "Envelope" from the VARO. Fingers crossed please! I'll post as soon as I hear something... Thanks.

Hey Berta, I only did a semester at AMU and that was while dealing with just separating from the Army, moving my family from NY to NC and maintaining a 50+ hour a week construction job, and the Army reserves so I kind of snuck through so I could finish up and take care of all that and my pregnant wife. While attending, my professors were extremely helpful. I loved it and plan to go back soon. That is funny about your professor, he was hard on his students but that's how you breed success... great for you. It says that you are from NY as well Berta. Where about? I am from Glenville, near Albany. I also lived in Fort Drum for 6 years. Looking back at my DBQ and understanding the points that a few people have mentioned I regret not touching more on my functionality at work and even in my personal life. That is the reason I went to the VA to start tending to my issues. By the time I was finished discussing my stressors I felt complete, like I finished venting. He requested that I didn't get too in depth about my stressors after he read my stressor letter and just wanted to verify the events, I couldn't help it. I am sure I will get a good rating that fits my symptoms. I see guys on here get told that they might get 30% if they're lucky and than get 70. We will see. Thanks everyone Dennis

Great observations Gastone and thanks for sharing. I believe the *social impairment with reduced reliability* that rates at 50% should at least get me that. Also, I don't know much about these but at the bottom it states the VA asking if "as likely as not" recommended for 50% and the examiner checked the box stating *Glenn IS at least likely as not in the 50% or more probability*. Like I said, I don't know much about these and certainly not as much as you so I appreciate your input. I am in the waiting phase so I am getting anxious and that seems to be the biggest issue with all of these stories. Dennis

I definitely will Buck. Have you tried clicking on it? It should give you an option to zoom in. Regardless, I will have my results here as soon as I get them! Dennis

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