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hypertension Paid As Smc L1/2 & Now Aquired 3 Secondary Ratings
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Lou
Hi there,
Disabled USAF Vet. at 100% lupus(actually have Behcet's), 70% Dysthmia, 10% knee, 0%ED(receiving SMC K for this?), with A&A. I receive compensation under L1/2 for Spouse and 2 children(+SMC K). I have Obesity now due to my Behcet's which severely limits my mobility and ability to exercise and loose weight.
I just received some Medical Opinions and Support by several Doctors that used the KEY WORDS, "It is at least likely as not...." For DM2, Hypertension, and "Severe" Sleep Apnea. All 3 deemed as being caused by the medications and Obesity I have as related to my Behcet's.
I have GERDS but was denied it as being by Behcet's previously, but with Obesity being recognized as my cause of other problems now, I should be able to reapply again I assume as being Secondary to the Obesity and the Medications that cause Obesity and digestion problems?
What are the possible new SMC rates I may see? (I doubt they will denie the connections as they are supported by Medical Opinions from Dr's they chose).
Possible to get into the Rating awards in SMC at a levels higher than L1/2, M, N, O/P, R, or S?
To excited and curious to wait for the VA Board to go through the Red Tape and get back to me sometimes in the next few months(If lucky). So if anyone understands how the Ratings and SMC usually work, please feel free to speak up. :-)
Thanks!!
Lou
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