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hearing loss Do I have a chance at R1 or R2?
I received my approval for 100% T&P back in May 2014. Like many Veterans, I perceived the 100% rating as the end of the line. Although I thoroughly researched the 38 CFR, I neglected to consider filing a NOD, review the SMC and other benefits. I just assumed that 100%was the highest level of compensation available. My question is this, Do I qualify for the SMC R? At present I am receiving SMC (K-1) on account of loss of use of a creative organ. Additionally, my cervical spine condition has worsened. Presently suffering from loss of feeling and strength in my right arm and constant lower back pain. Receiving weekly treatment from a Spine treatment specialis…
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R1 to R2
Now that I am rated at R1, my wife asked me the other day how do you get to the R2 SMC rating? That question I would like to know also. My wife does give me bowel and bladder care regularly due to my MS, and she is paid by the VA monthly for that. Thanks for any help.
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R2 in Manila
Brother Kevin in Manila writes me this afternoon to tell me the letter I wrote arguing his entitlement to R2 clinched the deal for him. He got the skinny end on the Earlier Effective Date (EED) at 3/29/16 but that's a battle for another day. He is now entitled to $8,318.95 a month. I feel good about this one. It took almost 14 months and about 4 C&Ps. It reminds me of my wife in 1987 making them kill four rabbits to confirm she was pregnant beyond the shadow of a doubt.
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How to get from SMC L to R2 in six months
As promised, I attach a big winner. I've never found so many CUEs under one rock. Kev's DRO reviewer called him up to tell him he knew more about SMC than she did. My name never came up fortunately. Redacted DRO for R2 for Kevin.pdf
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ptsd From S to R2?
I was most recently diagnosed with a seizure disorder and was referred to University of Pittsburgh for a case study along with the Mayo Clinic. Here is his letter Attention Mayo Clinic/University of Pittsburg concussion Center ; As noted in Mr. Frei’s history, he underwent severe trauma while active duty military. He has since been retired from the military with posttraumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury which is not fully been compensated yet. Traumatic brain injury is definitely a component. I have been his primary care physician for approximately the last year as he has started with the VA in Wilmington, Delaware. A…
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Am I there yet?
Yes I am there. My appeal only took eight months. In October , 2015, I was awarded loss of use of a hand and a foot and got the vehicle grant w/adaptive equipment and the SAH grant. I appealed that decision because upon any new 100% grant the VA is obligated by statute to consider A&A as an inferred issue and they failed to do that. In December 2015, I appealed the decision because A&A was not considered as an inferred issue. My contention was, I was awarded SMC "L" for loss of use of two extremities in the decision. Had the VA considered A&A as an inferred issue at the time of that decision as they should have, I would have qualified for regular A&…
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White House hotline
what is the White House hotline? does it work? any tips for using it?
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I think i am there
R 1 states if u have in home care by a licence agency under the care of rn. Well I just got a&a from the va hospital for 2 day 8 hr. Which was a refferal It is all pay for by hospital. On paper work it say with out these services I may need nursing home care. ? I am 100% iu p&t for my neck 60% depression 70% elbow and hand 40% for over 20 year with no smc. What my chance
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SMC- R1 EXAM APPOINTMENT, WHAT TO EXPECT? HOW TO PREPARE?
Fellow Hadit members, I am reaching out for advice in regards to an SMC-R1 exam appointment for 100% PTSD, bilateral sciatica (40% L, 40% R, and lumber50%) coming up in 2 weeks. I am filed for SMC INCREASE (+) TO SMC-R1 for A/A due to the ongoing deterioration of my conditions. The reason for the increased file is due to my bowl and bladder problem, the limited mobility of my legs (have fallen, unable to do any minor activity), and my ongoing PTSD which has gotten worse. My wife and sons are taking turns assisting me with the day to day tasks (bathing, dressing, standing, in/out of the vehicle) and need to observe/monitor me due to my PTSD aggressive reactions,…
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SMC (R1) EXAM: IS SMC (R1) A PHYSICAL EXAM OR VERBAL?
All, Does anyone know if the SMC (R1) exam is a physical exam (ROM DEGREES) or is it an INTERVIEW or combined? The thing that is confusing me is that according to the VA, this SMC (R1) exam is scheduled for 4 hours? I was told that a form 21-2680 is going to be used by the VA medical provider? I would like to prepare myself for the type of examination (verbal or physical or both). CP
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Mistake
Fellow Vets. Be careful when you put in for Special Monthly Compensation. I put in for TMJ and it never was filed under SMC. It was filed as a new claim but I attempted to file the claim on E-Benefits using SMC and well it was not put in as SMC. I was granted 10% TMJ which did not increase and no retro. I am now trying to appeal it, or let me rephrase that. I am sending a notice along with form 0995 as supplemental stating there was an error in filing. We shall see.
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Working Toward R-1
I recently filed a claim for the VA to look at my total record and determine if the totality of my service connected condition combine qualifies for a second SMC L-aid and attendance determination or that of SMC O or R1. I had researched the BVA site and internet the last few years and found that such determination where, for a time, hard to find. However, now there seems to be an abundance of search determinations for me to review and pattern my case by. One case that is very similar to mine is actually posted here by Jamescripps2, I believe his name here is. Also, I have profited greatly, knowledge wise, from periodically reviewing ASKNOD. His post are a combination…
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