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Worried
GOT A CALL TODAY FROM THE VA. WHEN I ASKED THE VA PERSON TO IDENTIFY THEM SELVES THEY JUST SAID THEY COULD NOT GIVE OUT ANY INFORMATION BECAUSE MY VA FILE IS A------- "SENSATIVE 7" WHAT IS SENSATIVE NUMBER 7 ???? SO I JUST HUNG UP ON THEM. I'M WORRIED AND SUSPICIOUS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND HELP. IS ANY OTHER VETERAN A "SENSATIVE 7" LIKE ME?? WHAT DID I DO TO BECOME OR HAVE MY VA FOLDER CLASSED A SENSATIVE 7 GRT
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C And P Exam
I finally got the date for my C&P Exam. I got a packet with a set of questionaires for each condition that I need to fill out before the exam. Does anone have any suggestions on filling these out and the C&P exam?
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Developing Claim For Residuals Of Tbi
The following is a part of the write up of the discussion I had with the Individual who conducted my Neuropyschiatric testing, on the results of this testing: and a summery of those test results. “I met with Mr.XXXX on 7/2/08 to discuss the results of neuropsychological testing. We again discussed his history of having successful performance in the military prior to the time that he was hospitalized in a military hospital and sustained an injury to his nose. With possible frontal lobe linjury. Mr. XXXX has been frustrated over the years that he has not been able to secure service connected disability. This has been based on the past diagnosis by a ratings exami…
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What Is The Deal
The VA regional office in Waco, Texas has called me twice in the last two months. Does this have any merit, or, am I reading to much into it? I made my claim in Feb. 2008, got my claims denial in Jan 2009, filed my NOD the same month. Got my SOC and VA form 9 in Sept. 09. Mail it back to the VA, and, it was received and processed Oct. 09. Again, two phone calls from the VA in the last two months. I hope this means something is about to be decided, in the very near future. The last phone call the VA rep says she knows the person who's name is attached to my case. She spoke very energetic, and youthful...
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ptsd Advice To Write Claim For Ptsd
How much detail should I put in my letter asking for PTSD SC? Do I write a long detailed letter about all my problems and issues, or just a short version that includes the diagnosis by the Dr. I don't want to waste a lot of time if it doens't matter and everything will be decided by the Dr. diagnosis and C&P. Any examples that someone is willing to share or if you are willing to read my letter and provide feedback please let me know. I would post my letter thus far here, but not sure if that is appropriate. Thanks
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Principles Of Combined Ratings For Muscle Injuries
The is the excerpt I need some help with. (a) A muscle injury rating will not be combined with a peripheral nerve paralysis rating of the same body part, unless the injuries affect entirely different functions. I am currently rated at 20% for "8513 - All radicular groups" for residuals of a closed comminuted fracture of the left humerus (8 Pieces = 8 retained screws) . I am also rated at 10% for "8024 - Tenosynovitis" for my left arm and left shoulder, and 0% for "5242 - Degenerative arthritis of the spine". My left triceps at the fracture site is very badly injured but is un-rated. The bone is also un-rated. Does the combined rating statement above mean a muscl…
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Dro C&p
I have a C&P exam for three NOD's that was ordered by my DRO. I am guessing these will be pretty similar to the multiple exams I have had for the initial claims. Should I expect anything different? Thanks
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hypertension Iris Seems To Have Worked
I submitted an IRIS inquiry on 18 Feb to check on the status of my reopen claim (heart disease/heart bypass surgery secondary to SC hypertension) that had seemingly fallen off the radar (long story short: the 800# counselors were telling me that my file was closed but it wasn't). On 24 Feb I rec'd an IRIS response saying that they have everything that they need and my claim is now ready for a decision and is with a rater. It shouldn't be much longer now before I receive that infamous envelope in the mail, right? (I've had all of my C&P exams, etc)
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ptsd Tdiu For Ptsd
I'm 50% SC, of that 30% is for PTSD. I just filed an NOD in January, asking for DRO review. Is been two months since I Filed this, can I now request or add to that NOD a request for increase base on unemployment? Would this be the best way to do it. I know the NOD is basically a request for increase but I want them to know I'm seeking TDIU if they do increase my raiting. Or should I wait to get an increase and then file for TDUI. What you guys think?
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National Resource Directory
I found this website on the VA's college info site. Looks like a good source for DOD & veteran info: https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.org/n...ntFolderId=6032
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diabetes Already At 80%, Just Had C&p Reviews
Ok, I was awarded 80% overall (20% diabetes and 70% PTSD) 12 Aug 2008. The rest of my claim was defered, then denied. I appealed and finished my C&P reviews in Jan and Feb 2010. My medical doctor stated that a lot of the heart/coronary/vascular problems that I was claiming had to do with the Agent Orange thing that changed last oct/Nov? Any idea on what she is talking about. Also saw another shrink again. He was wondering how I managed to get 70% on the first C&P exam, was surprised that I had not been granted total and permanent. He stated to me that he would write his report in such a way that I would be granted total. I am totally confused now. If I am …
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Telephone Number
I understand that the American Legion has an office inside the same building with the AMC in Washington. Does anyone happen to have, or know how I can get the telephone number for that American Legion office?
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