PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims

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1. ptsd Ptsd Vs. Unemployability

   SCN_20100415131441_001.pdf I have a letter from the Chief of Mental Health as you can see at the beginning of this post. Do I need to go for Total Unemployability or 100% for PTSD. This part has me confused? I have several other letters that follow this same line of thinking. I am currently rated at 30% for scars because of burns and 70% for PTSD. I am currently awaiting OPM to approve my full Disability from the VA Hospital as an employee. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you for your input, BigDan.

   Asked by Bigdan, April 15, 2010

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3. ptsd Ptsd And Collecting Ssa

   I was just awarded full disability from SSA, and cant never work any more how does the VA than rate me for PTSD if i cant work and am disabilied ? I started my VA claim 4 months ago. Will they turn down my PTSD since i cant work, but i attend 2 weekly meeting for PTSD at the VA clinic and will be on going for a long time to receive treatments as needed. MY GAF 39 and DDD were the reason i was awarded by SSA at age 60. I was moved from SSI to full disability March 17th and now will receive SSA monthly. All replies will be accepted bless you Thank you

   Asked by reconman, April 11, 2010

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4. ptsd Arng Ptsd Claim

   I am not new to this site but this is my first post. Filed VA claim with ptsd and everything else that goes with it. My trauma occurred while on weekend warrior status. My question is this: am I as eligible as is I was on active duty with the same claim? Received paper work from VA stating that they have no record of this happening on active duty. Really nervous with this process and with ptsd I cannot stand any of this stress. Going to the VSO tomorrow but it is bugging me now. Looked at my records on the screen while at the va hospital and it said chronic ptsd(had it 25 years and thought I was the crazy uncle in the family) GAD, MDD and agoraphobia. Saw one GAF of 48. T…

   Asked by EthanAllen, April 15, 2010

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5. ptsd Killing Or Dying

   Well I did what people wanted me to do. Now I am confused. It didn't help me any better. I feel worse. I can feel anger and to hurt someone. I stopped drinking a year ago. I usually have a drink now when I feel this way. the voices are coming around like before. Alot of anger. It's sunday over here and I can't get a hold of my psychiatrists and counselor. The message on the phone said in case of an emergency go to ER. But, I can't do that. People will know and put me inside. I can't do that. Hurting someone else or even killing always goes through my mind...that's why I want to kill myself instead. Has anybody else got this reaction after a c&p? I've g…

   Asked by my3jcc, October 11, 2009

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6. ptsd Suggestions

   I received a 30% rating for PTSD, I'm thinking of filing a NOD. Let me know what you guys think. Award letter states:I'm a combat vet with silver star, bronze star with V and purple hearts, so my testimony alone is sufficient as far as a combat stressor is concerned. I was able to reopen this case from one I filed in 1983 which was denied. The examiner stated all the causes of the PTSD This is were I'm having a problem with the rating. Quote "Overall, teh medical examiner diagnosed your condition as posttraumatic stress, and provided you a GAF score between 51-60". A few days later added "clarified his medical opinion, and included an opinion the condition presentsdepr…

   Asked by GDavis9755, April 8, 2010

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7. ptsd Any Body Hear Of This

   Has anybody been rated for Post Tramatic Tress Disorder Arthriutis what was the rating ? My LA Primarty care provider VA doctor put into my medical records this PTSD Arthritis. He said its was a new medical claim people can be awarded as part of your claim but separte from PTSD, totally separate. IM wondering if anybody out there hear of it and or knows about it? Thanks for your imput !

   Asked by reconman, April 9, 2010

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8. ptsd Non Combat Ptsd

   Hello everyone, I just wanted to start off by saying to all of you thank you for your service. I have a question regarding non combat ptsd. I am currently 30% SC for multiple trauma after being severly injured and knocked unconcious for 10 minutes from fracturing my skull after it went through a windshield i also broke both of my legs my hip and shoulder after being hit by a van as i was walking across the street on to the base. This accident happened in the mid to late 90's. I was awarded 30% in 2001. I got out in 2000, not a medical discharge. I was recalled back to active duty for one year after 911. I worked at job where I had to maintain a top secret clerance so I w…

   Asked by Groundforce, April 11, 2010

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9. Post Traumatic Stress

   My primary care clinic set me up with a sleep study. This Thursday I have the sleep study evaluation. The lady in the sleep study clinic said the evalaution would only take 30 minutes and the actual sleep study would be scheduled later. What does the evaluation entail?

   Asked by Fire Courage, December 1, 2009

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10. ptsd Nexus Letter

    I wanted ask you guys opinion of my nexus. I just got it today from My doctor. I will give you a brief and you tell me if the strength of it is sufficient. Thnx in advance. --------------------- treated for ptsd and depression as a result of a military sexual trama that occured shortly after she entered the army, as well as several which occured later. GAF -- 48 Has symptons, including intrusive memories, physical reactions, flashbacks, and distress when something reminds her of the events; avoidance symptoms, including numbness, and a sense of foreshortened future; and arousal symptoms, including difficulty falling or staying asleep. also has irritab…

    Asked by Cm Burns, April 6, 2010

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11. diabetes New Claim

    Hi Folks, I just had my first C&P exam. I am interested in finding out where this claim will lead. It seems to me that most initial claims have to be appealed. So I would like to get in front of it a little. Here's my story. I'm afraid that it will be a little long. Stick with me. I was stationed at Philadelphia Naval Hosp. #5 in 1966 - 1967. I was a corpsman and 17 years old. Philadelphia was a major receiving point for a lot of Willie Peter burns and gun shot wounds, particularly to the face. Any wound where the round or shrapnel or burn destroyed a big chunk of meat. The unit I worked on took anyone who needed graft work and after the doctors set up the g…

    Asked by dlowa, April 8, 2010

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12. ptsd Ptsd And Va Backpay

    Hello Everyone, I just receive word from a doctor who stated she thought the VA may have to pay me back pay for misdiagnosing my condition which was originally (Adjustment Disorder 30%) to now (PTSD/Bi-Polar 70%). I was also informed by the SSA office, that I would receive back pay from the date I was listed as disabled and unable to work due to my disabilities. Is this all true? And if so, where could/would I find out more information regarding these issues? Thanks to All, and God bless! Gmann_2010

    Asked by Gmann_2010, April 3, 2010

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13. ptsd Ptsd Claim Guidance... Do I Have A Case?

    :D I'm seeking guidance in pursuing a successful PTSD claim. My PTSD/Stressors history: 1.) 1985 Ft Bragg, NC while on active duty--Assaulted with a broom handle by a service member leaving me with minor Traumatic Brain Injury, limited Jaw motion (broken Jaw). Medical records available. 2.) 1990-1991 Desert Shield/Storm-Aviator, with combat & imminent danger flight time. DD214 indicating Desert Shield/Storm and military flight records identifies logged combat flight time. My first visit (03/09/2010) to VA MH Facility initial counselor results: Meds = sleep aid prescribed. 1. Axis I = Depression, NOS; r/o PTSD …

    Asked by RJALEXJR, April 6, 2010

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