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More Twists and Turns from the St. Petersburg VARO
I had a C&P exam performed for my ankles by QTC in January 2016. After the exam was completed, the examiner said he was service connecting me, but that I needed to go see a doctor and get a specific diagnosis. Following the C&P ankle exam, I started treatment with a podiatrist. My podiatrist examined me and diagnosed my medical conditions. Next, I submitted this medical evidence to the VA. The VARO will NOT allow me to see the results of my January 2016 C&P ankle exam. All I see is the date of the exam, the doctor who performed it, and big, bold, letters " CONFIDENTIAL", on My HealtheVet. …
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ptsd Occupational and social impairment / Symptoms
Hello everyone I am new to this site and I was wondering if I could get some insight about my claim. I pulled up my C&P notes on a PTSD claim that I filled and was trying to match what the doctor wrote to my benefits expectations. It seems im mixed between 10% and 30%. Is there anybody that could give their opinion on why I should expect. Thanks! 1. Diagnostic Summary --------------------- Does the Veteran have a diagnosis of PTSD that conforms to DSM-5 criteria based on today's evaluation? [X] Yes [ ] No 2. Current Diagnoses -------------------- a. Mental Disorder Diagnosis #1: PTSD Comments, if…
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Chronic Pain Syndrome
Help, Where can i locate a blank Chronic Pain Syndrome DBQ form? I'm having a brain fart.. If you don't mind please post one. Thanks Snake
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Shoulder and Arm Conditions
Hello, Please review/comment on what you think my % might be. Thanks Snake Shoulder and Arm Exam Conditions .pdf
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hypertension C & P Exam For Ed (Errectile Dysfunction)
This is extract from my recent C & P exam for ED. I filed claim in 2012 for ED as secondary to HTN. Denied in 2013 as not service connected, even though started have ED problems before i retired in 2005. 4. Erectile dysfunction ----------------------- Does the Veteran have erectile dysfunction? [X] Yes [ ] No If yes, complete the following section: a. Etiology of erectile dysfunction: htn b. If the Veteran has erectile dysfunction, is it as likely as not (at least a 50% probability) attributable to one of the diagnoses in Section 1, including residuals of treatment for this diagnosis? [X] Yes [ ] No If yes, specify the diagnosis to which the erectile dy…
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diabetes C & P Exam and Doctors statements
I had a C&P for rheumatoid arthritis the other day. During the exam the Dr. asked me how my diabetes is going. Told him I do NOT have diabetes, he said yes since 1994, then he showed me the record that said it. I got home and looked and sure enough I have the same record just never noticed. Here is my question, will he add that to my disabilities? Or do I have to open the claim myself? Last year I was diagnosed with Diabetes, but I thought it was medicine induced. I got off the medicine and my blood sugar returned to somewhat normal. Thoughts? I do have a follow up with my civilian Doctor and he is doing diabetes follow up every 6 months. Than…
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INCAPACITATING PERIOD
I just had a multiple C&P EXAM for lower back and hip problems. The C&P examiner stated my incapacitating period as 4 weeks with "AT LEAST AS LIKELY THAN NOT" , while the NEXUS LETTER from my private doctor indicates 11 weeks of incapacitating period WITH "MORE LIKELY THAN NOT". Which one will prevail ???
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ptsd C&P Exam/ PTSD-MST
. Other, if any: No response provided. 3. Stressors ------------ Describe one or more specific stressor event(s) the Veteran considers traumatic (may be pre-military, military, or post-military): a. Stressor #1: Rape in 1989 Does this stressor meet Criterion A (i.e., is it adequate to support the diagnosis of PTSD)? [X] Yes [ ] No Is the stressor related to the Veteran's fear of hostile military or terrorist activity? [ ] Yes [X] No If no, explain: not related to military conflict Is the stressor related to personal assault, e.g. military sexual trauma? [X] Yes [ ] No If yes, please describe the markers that may substantiate the stressor. there are no markers of the assau…
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RATING?
What type of rating can I expect? Is this DBQ being completed in conjunction with a VA 21-2507, C&P Examination Request? [X] Yes [ ] No ACE and Evidence Review ----------------------- Indicate method used to obtain medical information to complete this document: [X] In-person examination Evidence Review --------------- Evidence reviewed (check all that apply): [X] VA e-folder (VBMS or Virtual VA) 1. Diagnosis ------------ a. List the claimed condition(s) that pertain to this DBQ: b/l flatfeet, hallux valgus, plantar fasciitis b. Select diagnoses associated with the claimed condition(s): …
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Nurse Practioner vs Medical Doctor Opinion
Hello Fellow Vets, I'll try to make this a quick an easy read. I joined the Navy in July 2008 and served 5 years of continuous duty. By the time I was out I had several issues that were not present at my join date and eventually filed a claim for my benefits. Upon departure from the Navy, I filed a claim and was denied benefits for headaches, depression, a left knee and right knee condition. When I received my decision packet, it stated that these conditions could be granted a rating if found service connection. When I met with the DAV representative, he stated that if I could have my primary care doctor write a letter and say the conditions were service conne…
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INCAPACITATING PERIOD
MY NEXUS LETTER INDICATES 6 WEEKS OF INCAPACITATING PERIOD, AND MY C&P RESULT INDICATES ONLY 4 WEEKS. ANY INPUT ???
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Nurse Practicioner vs Medical Dr. Opinions
I'll try to be brief. I was originally denied service connection for headaches, depression, and a left knee and right knee condition. However after reviewing my medical records; my VA Medical Dr. drafted a nexus letter in my favor (using the proper language *more than likely*) stating that these conditions were service connected. Months after this letter was submitted I had a QTC exam for my depression and this particular issue was found to be present. Then right when I enter "preparation for decision" in September 2016, the VA decides they need more evidence and request a C&P exam. I go to this exam in October and the opinion is later rendered that my hea…
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