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1. Interesting Case On Effective Date For Accrued Benefits

   There is an interesting case here: http://search.uscourts.cavc.gov/isysquery/32119468-1bd3-472d-8be0-cdab3d32e510/29/doc/ One interesting aspect is that the veteran died from ischemic cardiomyopathy and valvular heart disease while he was appealing the denial of an increase in rating for his valvular heart disease (which had been rated as noncompensable). Another interesting aspect is that the widow was initially denied DIC, though the veteran died as the result of a noncompensable SC condition in December 1995. (You would think dying would surely put the the condition into the realm of being a compensable rating). But also interesting was that when the widow was…

   Asked by free_spirit_etc, October 3, 2013

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3. Accrued Benefits - Reopening - Missing Service Records

   As my husband's discharge physical is not in his C-file, and there is not any indication it was ever in the C-file - if I can ever obtain a copy, does that mean I can use it as new and material evidence to reopen any and all claims that were denied because the SMRs didn't show X (as long as the claimed condition / symptom was mentioned on discharge physical)?

   Asked by free_spirit_etc, September 27, 2013

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4. Helpless Child

   I am not sure my son will qualify as a Helpless Child for DIC. He was incapable of self-support prior to reaching age 18. And he was adopted by my husband. But based on my reading of the law, I am not sure my son is qualified. – however, I have kept his claim alive because I wasn’t 100% certain, and I didn’t want to give up his right to anything he might be entitled to. So I am wondering what to do at this point. I am thinking I should withdraw the appeal. I was going to ask the judge – but getting the VSO kind of ruined being able to ask the judge things. I did specifically ask the VSO, but just like with all the other issues, he didn’t really listen to what I s…

   Asked by free_spirit_etc, September 8, 2013

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5. tdiu Dic For 10% Ihd

   I was awarded 10% for IHD, 80% for parkinson's, then 100% T&P for TDIU with no future exams. If i pass away from a heart attack, will my wife receive DIC, since my IHD was for only 10%. GOD BLESS

   Asked by warren, July 31, 2013

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6. March 2013 Dic Fast Letter

   I am sure it is already here somewhere but I couldnt find it this AM for a question on DIC here: http://www.scribd.com/doc/132403480/FL13-004-DIC Also survivors can use the 21-534 FormEZ for their DIC claims. This fast letter says tey are consolidating DIC claims to one VARO and trying to speed up the DIC process. We survivors still cant use ebenefits however. VA told me that is because the DOD doesn't know who we are... sure they do..... My last IRIS in April brought me a VA phone call....I guess I use the wrong contact button......I always want email replies so they cant make anything up...... the guy was real nice and told me the …

   Asked by Berta, June 9, 2013

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7. Need Help With Ihd Dic Claim

   My husband died Nov 2006 from Cardio Pulmonary Arrest. I found out about 9 months ago that IHD was made presumptive to Agent Orange so I filed a claim for DIC. I received a letter from VA that states "We need additional evidence from you" During the veterans Lifetime, service connection was established for post traumatic stress disorder, chronic lumbar strain with painful left hip, and chondromalacia left knee. Service connection was not considered for Cardio Pulmonary Arrest. In order to support your claim, you need to submit evidence that shows a disability was incurred or aggravated during service and was the primary or contributory cause of death. We will re…

   Asked by KHJH, May 29, 2013

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8. Nevada Office Working On Fixing Veterans Claim Backlog

   Nevada office working on fixing veterans claim backlog One of the most discussed issues with respect to veterans’ services today is the claims backlog. It is a national issue, and one that has received national coverage, but for the veterans in Nevada it also is a local issue. While the Nevada Office of Veterans Services is not involved in reviewing and rating the claims that are currently in the backlog, we are dedicated to doing whatever we can to assist in addressing this problem for our veterans. Simply put, the backlog consists of the numerous claims made by veterans that are awaiting review and rating by the federal Department of Veterans Affairs. These cla…

   Asked by teejay53, May 2, 2013

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9. Veterans Groups Worry New Va Plan To Clear Claims Backlog Is 'all Smoke-And-Mirrors' Bureaucracy

   Veterans groups worry new VA plan to clear claims backlog is 'all smoke-and-mirrors' bureaucracy A new plan to close old cases at the Department of Veterans Affairs is raising worries the change will just make VA look more efficient instead of helping long-suffering veterans with aging disability claims. The department is under pressure from Congress, veterans groups and others to end its backlog of more than 600,000 unfinished pension and disability benefits claims cases, especially those that have lingered in bureaucratic limbo for years. Under the new plan, VA will issue a "provisional" rating within 60 days on cases two years old or more. Veterans would then …

   Asked by teejay53, April 30, 2013

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10. 17 Month Dic Claim

    My husband, whom was a Desert Storm Veteran and 80% service connected Veteran died unexpectedly on 29 October 2011 following lumbar surgery for his service connected back injury. I filed a claim for DIC in November 2011 with the DAV mobile unit. In Jan 2012, I received a notice from VA that they were working on my claim but they however needed additional information. I provided them with everything in order for a decision to be made. I provided an autopsy report, a list of medications that my husband took (all VA), all the medical records from the VA, everything. Again I received another letter from the VA in March 2012 that they were working on my claim. I call…

    Asked by kimmig, April 12, 2013

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11. Whistleblower: Va Hiding Veteran Health Data

    Thought this may be of interest. --------------------------------------- Whistleblower: VA Hiding Veteran Health Data Mar 14, 2013 Military.com| by Bryant Jordan A former epidemiologist for the Department of Veterans’ Affairs told lawmakers on Wednesday that the agency’s Office of Public Health buries or obscures research findings on veterans exposed to environmental toxins and hazards going as far back as the Persian Gulf War. Steven Coughlin, who had worked more than four years for the VA before quitting over “serious ethical concerns” in December, said in testimony that leadership in the agency’s public health office did not want to…

    Asked by teejay53, April 9, 2013

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12. Veterans Budget Gets $63 Billion Boost From Obama White House

    Thought this may be interest. ---------------------------------------- Veterans Budget Gets $63 Billion Boost From Obama White House Posted: 04/05/2013 4:43 pm EDT | Updated: 04/08/2013 10:54 am EDT WASHINGTON -- Despite growing pressure for budget cuts, the Obama administration next week will propose spending $63.5 billion for veterans services in fiscal 2014, asking for a 4 percent increase over current spending. The money is targeted at eliminating the backlog of veterans claims for benefits and increasing mental health services, including treatment for military sexual trauma. The budget proposal, which will not be officially unveiled until next week…

    Asked by teejay53, April 8, 2013

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13. Veterans Fight Changes To Disability Payments

    Thought this may be of interest. -------------------------------------------- Veterans fight changes to disability payments By Kevin Freking - The Associated Press Posted : Saturday Mar 30, 2013 9:33:16 EDT WASHINGTON — Veterans groups are rallying to fight any proposal to change disability payments as the federal government attempts to address its long-term debt problem. They say they've sacrificed already. Government benefits are adjusted according to inflation, and President Barack Obama has endorsed using a slightly different measure of inflation to calculate Social Security benefits. Benefits would still grow but at a slower rate. Advocates…

    Asked by teejay53, April 2, 2013

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