SMC L and L 1/2

39 questions in this forum

1. Reading granted cases about AA

   Here’s a similar case to mine I’m reading October 23, 2008, entitlement to a rating of 100 percent for a TBI is granted, subject to statutory and regulatory provisions governing the payment of monetary benefits. The claim of entitlement to TDIU is dismissed. Entitlement to a 50 percent rating for the headaches residuals of a TBI is granted, subject to statutory and regulatory provisions governing the payment of monetary benefits. Entitlement to special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance is granted, subject to statutory and regulatory provisions governing the payment of monetary benefits. that being said if AA is awarded in this …

   Asked by jfrei, September 5, 2018

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2. AA examination

   I thought they were supposed to fill out the 21-2680 for aid and attendance when I looked under my health net it shows she sent in 13 pages of my past records which is fine but there was only a couple of questions in the exam from the form. Is it possible that the form was submitted and this was just entered into my health net records? I’m was looking for the statement of in absence of aid or attendance question and wasn’t in my posted notes. But lists my 100 p and tb for my sTBI residuals and a few other dx in my record.... IMG_3213aa.pdf

   Asked by jfrei, September 3, 2018

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3. Obtaining smc l

   I have been 100% pt since 2007. I have 2 other disabilities each rated 30%. I submitted new claims 2 months ago for mental disorders, sleep apnea, knee, diabetes and increase in 30% sinusitis. I frequently forget relative names, my wife has to manage my medications and I no longer can handle finances. My nuerologidt submitted letter that memory disorders more than Likely caused by my copd and sleep apnea. If awarded 100% for mental would I be granted l or s

   Asked by andrewdc, April 23, 2018

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4. SMC L aid and attendance

   I should know about my claim anyday its in last phase 70 tdiu depression anxiety asking increase and i already have 50 percent for sleep apnea.. I asked for aid and attandance and the dbq said that I need assistance and can not live indepandant. I dont know if this will be enough to increase to 100 but i think that should be good to win aid and attandance.. my question is do i have to be 100 percent to win or is tdui fine. I think i asked this before my memory horrible medication. plus 50 percent would that be smc l 1/2.

   Asked by adkins7b, November 6, 2017

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5. SMC help

   So I'm planning for the worst financially and have really never thought about SMC before that was the least of my VA worries but now I realize being 100% isn't as all that much money compared to what I was making working living in my home was easy now a constant struggle monthly looking for the next thing to sell using Facebook to make ends meet with the wife. Now I am SMC S and I'm not greedy and I have no idea what to expect in my one pending claim for my increase of my TBI and PTSD, currently combined together at 70%. Now if or when they get separated and are each rated over 50%? Combined with my other disabilities I am at 190%, 90% scheduler, but if separated I will b…

   Asked by jfrei, September 12, 2017

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6. smc a&a

   va letter denying my claim...this is what the letter says.... you indicated that you require regular aid and attendance of another due to your service connected charcot marie tooth diease type II of the bilateral upper and lower extremities. although the evidence shows you require assistance in the regular activites of daily living.you do not meet the scheduler requirements to entitlement to this benefit. in addition,your service connected disabilities are currently on appeal.... i have a iu nod dro that is 698 days old now in flroida..not worked sense 1991 and been on s.s. sense 1994 the va has this also......i am 80% cmt(pn) camp lejeune water hazard.....i filed a no…

   Asked by jboyd, August 6, 2017

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7. SMC

   Last year I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis a neurological disorder that weakens muscles and other problems. I have had 9 hours of home health care every week since late April 2016. Recently I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands and have lost use to left hand. My VA {CP filled out paper work indicating I needed help with bathing, putting on clothes, securing meals and other daily requirements. My question is it possible for me to get my S Rating increased. My Service Connection is 100% P&T and 30% Pes Planus with S rating. I don't really have a lot of energy to pursue a no win claim. I pay my son $ 400 dollars a month …

   Asked by Pete53, August 2, 2017

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8. Should I Be At Smc L 1/2?

   • .Benefits Special Monthly Compensation Benefits You are receiving the following compensations SMC (L-1) Effective Date : 12/06/2011 Entitled to special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114, subsection (l) and 38 CFR 3.350(b) on account of being so helpless as to be in need of regular aid and attendance while not hospitalized at U.S. government expense from 12/06/2011.Rating Date : 01/26/2013 SMC (P-1) Effective Date : 12/06/2011 Entitled to special monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. 1114, subsection (p) and 38 CFR 3.350(f)(3) at the rate intermediate between subsection (l) and subsection (m) on account of schizophrenia, paranoid type with depression wit…

   Asked by ollie100, July 11, 2015

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9. Does the Disabled Vet have to ASK for Special Monthly Compensation

   FIRST...."THANK YOU" all for your service to this grateful nation! I am the wife of a Vietnam Vet, Navy. I "FINALLY" got him to apply for benefits, (Intent to file 8-26-16), and he is to see the VA doctor tomorrow, Chicago. (Ischemic Heart Disease). (METs 1-3) I have YEARS of private doctors records of when he had his heart attack 2004. He had to stop working in 2007. He had to wait one year, (NO INCOME) for one year until he could take early retirement. While I am doing all the research I can I am unsure as to 'how' or 'if' he/(me) is to ask for Special Monthly Compensation if, in fact, they deem his disability worthy. Please help me....help him…

   Asked by ValpoVet, July 26, 2017

   • veteran with spouse
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10. SMC-L, S ??

    I am 100% IU and 90% over all. Starting a new post as per Broncovet's recommendation. (1) First, my back rating just went up from 10% to 20%. This was due to thoracolumbar spine degeneration, disc bulging, partial compression fractures T4, 5,and 8. CFR 4.40, 4.45 and 4.59. This was just given June 1st 2017. I am now scheduled for T2 to L2 titanium boron rod fusion next week July 20th 2017. Kyphosis range 50 to 70 degrees. My question, what is available and how do i file for SMC....L,S...? (2) Second, from multiple previous arthroscopic surgeries on my knee I was given a 0% rating for scar. Is this a reconsideration claim of its own> Or to include when submitt…

    Asked by abnrgr88, July 16, 2017

    • iu
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11. ptsd Special Monthly Compensation, Please help

    Good Evening Everyone! Okay I have a few questions regarding my Disability claim as well as my husband. First let me start off by listing all my service connected disabilities: 1.) PTSD-100% 2.) 60% Asthma 3.) 50% Migraines 4.) 50% Endometrosis with IBS 5.) 10% Eczema 6.) 10% Rt. Knee 7.) 10% Left Knee 8.) 0% scar left breast 9.) 0% hernia 10.) 0% rt breast scar I'm currently rated 100% SMC S and I'm paid at the housebound rate. I'm a little confused. Another veteran told me I should be rated L or L1/2 because I was getting paid the housebound rate prior to Migraines and Asthma being increased from 10% to now 50% and 60%. Is this true? I read on one forum (can't r…

    Asked by Peaches911, November 28, 2015

    • berta
    • mst
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12. ptsd Got Smc L1/2 Rating Instead Of T

    Va recently awarded me smc at L rate for ptsd, tbi and residuals. They put me at 100 %ptsd, still at 10%tbi, 30%migraines,30%scalp fragment wound, 10%painful scar. They stated I needed to be 100% for tbi which is not true. All my shit is tbi and ptsd. Anyway any advice. I mite have to put them on blast.

    Asked by crazyhorse3022, August 3, 2015

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13. Filed form for housebound/aid and attendance

    My pcp filled out the form and marked it was for my sc conditions, listed them and marked in box 23 that I needed help with toileting, hygiene, feeding, meds, etc. at least 7-10 days a month. When I go on ebenefits it says under pending disabilites smc s for agoraphobia (I am not rated for agoraphobia). I have a diagnosis of panic disorder with agoraphobia which the mh cp dismissed as secondary to my sc mh condition. The need for aid and attendance is related to my other service connected issues. Does this seem odd and should I submit something to correct this?

    Asked by seminoles, February 3, 2017

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14. Question About Smc L, Resulting From A&a Fm Sc

    If a Veteran who is 90%, IU P&T meets the requirements for SMC L Aid & Attendance for a combination of SC conditions, it appears that that route to SMC L is NOT PREDICATED on SC percentages. Is that correct? I think it is... Assuming it is correct, and the Veteran also met the criteria for SMC K (for loss of use of creative organ), AND had SC disabilities of 90% (none of which meet schedular "loss of" sight, appendages, etc.) Wouldn't that mean L1/2 plus SMC K? And if we assume all of the above except Veteran is 100% schedular, wouldn't that mean SMC M plus SMC K? And last question - it appears one must be SMC, O in order to qualify for the higher …

    Asked by GlassRose1500, November 23, 2014

    • smc
    • a&a
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