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degenerative arthritis Lower Back C&P plus backpay and neuropathy questions
I recently finished a series of C&Ps for various conditions and I was hoping to get some input on just what exactly it all means - I was wondering what if any kind of rating might I be looking at? Is there a possibility for getting back pay? What can I do (possibly in an appeal) to do more to strengthen my case? At this point my case should be done with the gathering evidence phase (I can't check because ebenefits is being weird). All C&P's are done and everything that needed to be turned in is (I hope). The first C&P/DBQ I'd like assistance with is my claim for "Lower Back Condition". Originally I had claimed "chronic lower back pain" only to later find …
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C & P Exam - Rater Asked For Another DBQ
I asked a question about this C & P exam in another forum but need to ask another. In the DBQ medical opinion request, the rater stated that he couldn't pull up an EMG from 2014. I went to my local VA clinic this morning and asked them to print a copy of the EMG results. The results say that I have moderate bilateral median neuropathy at the wrist as in carpal tunnel syndrome. I phoned the DAV office, the RSO returned my call and told me to fax the results to him ASAP so he could take it to the RO as moderate vs mild was noted. During the conversation with the RSO, I asked him which disability I would be rated on since being rated on all three would probably be …
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C&P Exam results for PTS
Hey everyone, My claim has been processed and is now awaiting decision but fortunately its been about 90 days since I filed the claim. I am attaching scanned pages of my DBQ because I am super UN- computer savvy but they're clear and mostly direct. I was going to leave out some personal stuff, as it is written pretty poorly due to my fast talking. Please let me know what you think. Thank you in advance. EDIT: Thanks for pushing me to get rid of private information, Pete.
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ptsd Can we get travel pay?
Anybody know if we can get travel pay when we have a PTSD C&P? My reason for asking I may get one here in the next month or two a veteran at my VAMC mention to me that they are not doing PTSD C&P at our VAMC..We have to go to a different location.....its is about 50 miles away vs 22 miles from my VAMC. Anybody Know? ............Thanks .............................Buck
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ptsd C&P Results Kindey/Migrains
Attached is my results for my C&P for Kidney stones.....already rated 30%, and Migraines currently rated 0%. I have application in for TDIU pending. Total I am combined rated 70% Can anyone tell me what the blood work results mean.....from what I can tell it seems to show a EGFR greater than 60.....according to chart says kidney function mildly decreased. Also albumin level of 30 that states is high? The Nurse practitioner noted ...ie I put a star next to in report that albumin level is abnormal 30, and my EGFR is greater that 60.......yet On number three I have it circled Renal dysfunction Does the veteran have renal dysfunction ? Evidence of dysfunction includes eit…
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Another Question About IU C & P Exam
Does anyone see any contradiction in the C & P examiners notes on whether I can perform sedentary work? Excerpts from IU DBQ: 14. Functional impact --------------------- Regardless of the Veteran's current employment status, do the condition(s) listed in the Diagnosis Section impact his or her ability to perform any type of occupational task (such as standing, walking, lifting, sitting, etc.)? [X] Yes [ ] No If yes, describe the functional impact of each condition, providing one or more examples: Knees INABILITY TO BEND/SQUAT. INABIITY TO STAND FOR PERIODS > 15-20 MINS AT ONE TIME. DIFFICULTY SITTING AND STAND FROM SITTING. 15. Remarks, if any: Phys…
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degenerative arthritis Mental Health C&P, can you tell me if it'll be SC and rating?
Hi,I just had a C&P for mental health. Can you look at this and tell me if you think they'll give me a rating and what it might be?Examination Results: It is in this Psychologist's opinion that the Veteran meets the criteria for Somatic Symptom Disorder with Predominant Pain. Veteran's psychiatric symptoms are severe and have a significant impact on his overall functioning.Section 1:1. Diagnosisa. Does the Veteran now have or has he/she ever been diagnosed with a mental disorder (s)? (X) YesIf the Veteran has one or more mental disorders that conform to DSM-5 criteria provide all diagnoses: Mental Disorder Siagnosis #1: Somatic Symptom Disorder with Predominant Pa…
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ptsd C&P Exam for PTSD--What does this mean?
I made my initial PTSD claim in March of 2009 and it was denied. I then filed a NOD and it was received on 11/26/2013 and I just had my C&P exam for PTSD last week. I am looking at the results online, but I really don't know what it means or how it translate to anything and I was hoping maybe you all could help clarify for me. How will the VA rater view this? S/C? Denied again? Approved with any type of rating? This is all so confusing to me and I'm so sick of fighting through all of this. I'm just tired at this point. 1. Diagnostic Summary --------------------- Does the Veteran have a diagnosis of PTSD that conforms to DSM-5 criteria based on today's evaluat…
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PTSD and being educated
Recently completed examination for PTSD, however I was not happy with how it went. When asked about my history, I provided that I completed a BA, MS, and currently working on an EdD. It appeared the doctor had the opinion that I could not possibly be suffering from PTSD because of my career field and educational attainment. As a rebuttal, I was sure to emphasize the fact online education was my way to deal with my internal issues. At the end it was mentioned, I do have PTSD but my rating maybe minimal. The examination does not make sense to me because we all deal with issues differently. What does the group think?
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ptsd Had C&P for PTSD today...how/when can I obtain records of exam?
I've noticed a lot of people posting their exams to ask for opinions on how it went. Where and how soon can I try to get records of my own exam? Thanks in advance!
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C & P Exam - Rater Asked For Another DBQ
Background: I had a C & P exam on 5 Dec 2015 for several disabilities. The examiner didn't mention cervical radiculopathy during the exam but in his notes he stated that the numbness in the upper extremity was caused by carpal tunnel syndrome and not cervical radiculopathy. Cervical radiculopathy had been diagnosed twice...once while I was on active duty and once after. Are the second examiners findings as shown below likely to help my claim? Excerpts from the DBQ: The examiner stated that the right upper extremity is CTS; however, we have the private EMG showing moderate CTS on the right with ulnar neuropathy and C7 radiculopathy. Please review the evidence li…
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ptsd New
I have a huge question that I need help with. I just received my letter from the VA saying that my rating is 100% for PTSD. I have been going to school on Post 9-11 and work study at the VA. So how do I find out if I am employable or not employable. I have the letter and it says: You are considered to be totally and permanently disabled due solely to your service-connected disabilities: YES.Does that mean I can't work or go to school?
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