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  1. SMC K backpay

    I filed a claim for loss of creative organ and was award the claim with SMC-K. The VA payed me back to the intent to file date. Should have I received back pay from the date loss of creative organ was documented in medical record.

    Asked by CINÁED,

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  2. Ha, I got it! ( SMC K)

    About two weeks ago I was granted service connection for ED, but the rating did not say one thing about a K award. I prefected an appeal and requested a K award it was mailed on 23 May. Well I just looked at ebenefits - under addition Benefits and look what it says, see the last entry. So it looks like they just took their time before listing it in ebenfits, but again nothing in the award letter mentions it. I Love it when a plan comes together ! You are receiving the following compensationsLearn More SMC (K-1)Effective Date : Entitled to special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114, subsection (k) and 38 CFR 3.350(a) on account of loss …

    Asked by Richard1954,

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  3. Awarded new claim for ED secondary to Diabetes II

    So within 2 weeks my claim was approved for service connectiion for ED. They combined it to my Diabetes II rating. The only reason I even applied was for the K award. But.... they did not award K award, and the rating letter says nothing about consideration of SMC. What is they deal? I was positive ED that is service connected automatically resulted in K award. Could I have been wrong? I have already appealed lack of K award as CUE claim... what do you think? Thanks

    Asked by Richard1954,

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  4. SMC-K Question

    I found the answer to my question and as it was an ignorant question I replaced the text with the following. SMC is in lieu of a 100% rating exception being SMC K awards. SMC-K ratings are added to any other SMC rating (with a limit of 3 "K" awards).

    Asked by scottinmt,

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  5. Backpay for SMC (k) or file CUE

    Hello All, Brand-new to this great community. I was in the service from 1985-1989. I was honorably and medically retired with a disability for loss of use (right arm). 60 percent with a few scar disabilities. 60 percent loss of use 10/10/10 for scars. Last year I filed for PTSD/MDD/Somatic and was awarded 70%. But.... I was reviewing my disabilities in ebenefits and found that from 1988-2020 I was not getting the SMC (k) it was just awarded this benefit. - any thoughts - I tried to review all the payments but the information is limited I.e the payments are in ebenefits but not broken down by line item... Rated Disabilities Disability …

    Asked by BionicVet,

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  6. Loss of Use for the Foot

    To be eligible for SMC K for loss of use for my foot, does it need to be completely unusable? I got an increase in my flat feet from 10% to 30% today, I believe the reason is (have not received the BBE yet) is because both feet are numb from my ankles to my toes. Not I can still walk but do have challenges when putting on pants because I can't feel my feet unless it is a hard touch (they have done pin test on my feet and I have no idea where they are sticking it). It's also challenging when I dry off with a towel and need to balance myself on one foot. I am just not sure if that qualifies as loss of use. Honestly my biggest concern is they will become so numb I wou…

    Asked by paulstrgn,

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  7. SMC (k)

    Have any Veterans ever received SMC (k) for loss of smell? Especially, if the Veteran has a 0% SC rating for it.

    Asked by MPsgt,

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  8. Award

    I have a question for you knowledgeable Hadit Vets. I am TDIU. I put in for ED under Secondary. I was awarded the SMC-K no rating as ED has no rating. I then put in for TMJ and Bruxism. My question is why was it awarded with a percentage? I thought all secondary claims go under SMC? I absolutely want nothing to do with filing a new claim separate from SMC. I am already 100 and only want to put in secondary issues if needed. So the main question is do some secondary claims filed receive a percentage?

    Asked by Ddsr,

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  9. Smc K for ptsd house bound

    I’ve heard to apply and I’ve heard they will award for housebound for ptsd even filed and printed the form and see the doctor tommorow...but is this true they will award for this? I mean I don’t go anywhere I’m not fit for anything in public I never seem to make it to any appointments due to panic attacks ect.....is it this simple as filing the form with my pcp ect? she handles all my meals and keeping me bathed ect ebennies let me file for it and just gave me a link and with instructions to have my pcp to fill it out. anyone with any experience or thoughts, advice or guidance here? It’s so hard to even ask for help or get anything out of t…

    Asked by ShilohLee,

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  10. SMC K or SMC K1

    On a recent eBenefits page I saw that I had been granted SMC K1. I'm only familiar with SMC k. Is there a difference between SMC K and SMC K1?

    Asked by Okemos_Veteran74,

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  11. C&P

    Finally getting C&P done on both TMJ and Bruxism. Of course it is going to be done by QTC. BULLSHIT. Anyways when its completed it will all be worth it.

    Asked by Ddsr,

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  12. SMC K

    I was granted SC for depression (not PTSD) with an effective date of 8/2018. I have been suffering with depression for many years but only recently filed for it. I also have hypertension which currently is not SC, between the depression and hypertension I have ED. My question IF approved for SMC K will it only go back to 8/2018 or will it go back further. It has been mentioned in one of my C&P even though I had not claimed it. But I do show evidence of having ED and and being treated with medication. What are the chances that I will get an earlier effective date? I do have a claim which I started back in February which I have not yet filed anything on. If an…

    Asked by paulstrgn,

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  13. Theplasmaguy

    Hi All, I am currently 70% IU, P&T since November of 2011. I also have a rating of 20% for my lower back. This comes up to a rating of 80%. I have been told that I qualify for SMC. I am trying to find out the details.Any answers will be greatly app[reciated. Thanks in advance.

    Asked by theplasmaguy,

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  14. SMK Retro

    I was approved SMK on December 1 and see I was approved backdated to Feb 01, 2018. Does SMK have retro pay? As of yet I have not received retro.

    Asked by Ddsr,

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  15. SMC-K?

    Good afternoon, While I don't think anyone is ever pleased to see there rating go down I am happy that my testicle pain went away. Righty was crushed in service. I was denied K because I had successful sex once after my testicle surgery before being placed on drugs. I am also service connected for hypertension and anxiety, which was not considered. However, I am a bit confused about the loss of testicle wording. I had a testicular denervation which means they removed parts of the testicle but not the entire thing. Would this constitute SMC K?

    Asked by Shotlife,

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  16. SMC K

    This was how my exam was written, I was denied. Not sure how to fight this one? DSM5 Cristerion D for FSD states "The sexual Dysfunction is not better explained by a non sexual mental disorder." In this veteran's case, her absent/reduced interest in sexual activity is better explained--and adequately and sufficiently explained--by her SC non sexual mental disorder. as well as her similarly absent/reduced interest in other typically enjoyed activities like interacting with friends, participating in leisure activities, hobbies, healthful eating, etc. What the hell???? So, if I were a man, and could get a pill then I would get SMC K, but because I am a…

    Asked by seminoles,

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  17. smc s and Aid and attendance

    ok guys, its been along road but again thanks for this site it litterally saved my life. Anyway i'm really out of it.. guess i've been this way for along time.. now its the no sleep for days at a time.. i'm going try fix that and make myself finally use the cpap.. My question is i am 50 percent sleep apnea 70 depression anxiety tdui pt. so i get paid 100 percent.. I really do not function well on my own and need help especially when i go in my ruts.. the place just because bad.. u get the point plus having someone around to help out just to talk with helps.. I filed migraines secondary sleep apnea . i think i'll win i have a nexus that will put me at 160 i think i'm so co…

    Asked by adkins7b,

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  18. TDIU SMC-S eligible?

    I have received 100% IU with an overall rating of 90%. My back rating was just increased from 10% to 20%. I am now scheduled for back surgery next month (not related to this past claim). I have been diagnosed (finally) by an outside surgeon with severe kyphosis and scoliosis. T2-L2 rod with fusion. I plan on applying for a reconsideration with SMC-S. Knowing back rating only goes as high as 60%, what are my chances? Does anyone have advice on which avenue i should take? It would be greatly appreciated.

    Asked by abnrgr88,

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  19. C&P Exam for E.D.?

    Are they or do they send veterans to C&P EXAMS for E.D.? Reason I ask my VA Urologist which is a P.A.-C ( Physician Assistant Certified) He never gave a E.D. Diagnose just a E.D. Assessment BHP what ever that means? If there is a C&P for E.D. what do they do? just ask questions?

    Asked by Buck52,

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  20. Special Compensation Pay for combat related injuries

    Good afternoon all, I'm new to the forum. I am 100% service connected combat veteran who received 30% for PTSD. Under the USC 1115 it states that I can receive $376 for my 30% rating for special compensation pay. Do I apply for this or is this paid under CRSC? Thank you in advance.

    Asked by jaquar,

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  21. Loss of organ?SMC K

    IHAVE A RATING OF100% FOR ihd,AND 30% FOR LUNG CANCER DUE TO AGENT ORANGE EXPOSURE.MY RIGHT UPPER LUNG LOBE WAS REMOVED. iS THE LUNG LOBE REMOVAL CONSIDERED A LOSS OF AN ORGAN,THEREFORE QUALIFYING FOR SMC K AWARD?.i KNOW FOR TRANSPLANT PURPOSES, A LUNG LOBE IS CONSIDERED AS AN ORGAN TRANSPLANT. ANY INFO OR THOUGHTS ON THIS?? THANKS

    Asked by khensonb52,

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  22. Pendint MST-MST ? SMC-K ?

    I have submitted a claim for PTSD-MST back in November of last year. Should I also claim SMC-K for ED now or wait until the original PTSD gets decided and rated (if any) I have been prescribed Viagra for ED for many of the years I have been service connected with my hearing loss. However in my records it just says its for ED Do I need to speak to my VA doctor to see if they believe it is the result of me getting raped in the army. I also took Viagra as a civilian post military, but I could not afford it as it is extremely expensive. The medicins I now take for PTSD make it absolutely and completely impossible to have sexual relations with my wife or even myself. …

    Asked by MKAH,

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  23. Smc-K

    What is the procedure for filing SMC-K?

    Asked by grtone72,

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  24. Question about lower leg SMC K

    Just had Toe surgery Cheilectomy with plantarflexory bunion osteotomy and screw fixation right metatarso palflexory joint According to Code 5280 When the big toe points toward the second toe, a bunion can form on the outside of the big toe. If the bony bump is removed by surgery, then it is rated 10%. If it is so severe that it is as though the big toe had been amputated, then it is also rated 10%. Otherwise, it is not ratable. This is what was told me the absolute maximum evaluation (with the exception of a temporary surgical or convalescence rating) for the foot is 40 percent. Actually this is the maximum combined evaluation that can be assigned for all disabiliti…

    Asked by Army man 2,

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  25. Somewhat confused on loss of use

    Hello and I hope everyone is well. I am a little confused, on loss of use, I understand the term and the definitions etc. Where I am confused is do I apply for it. I asked the V.A. podiatrist to put it in my record for my right foot, she never did. In fact she spent 10 minutes with me, referred me for a brace and emg and hasn't seen me since. The emg showed some bad radiculopathy also by the way. I haven't been able to get a follow up though. We are talking eight months. I will be getting a mobility scooter this month from the V.A. or actually an Enhanced Motorized Wheelchair. I need to apply for the auto grant but I am unsure how to prove loss of use, do …

    Asked by 30percentermovingup,

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