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jeff10

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  1. I thought I saw that the week after Christmas, SVR was going to have someone on discussing dental for spouses. Did I miss it? Jeff10
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    Berta, thank you. So,if I understand, if I die for reasons other than my S/C diability:1) I wouldn't fall under the 8 year rule it would have to be 10 years. 2) upon my death,my wife would go to my VSO and ask that he file the DIC claim,and 3) She would receive the compensation I'm getting now if granted. Jeff10
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    Berta, I'm 100% P/T. On the new (12-1-11)DIC rate sheet it shows my spouse can get this compensation if I've been 100-p/t for at least 8 yrs.even though I didn't die from the S/C. Is that a change from the 10 yr. deal? Also, would she get my whole 100% or the lesser rate they show in the table of $1,195 + $254 ? If she had to fill out the DIC forms,who would she go to in order to do that? Jeff
  4. Waiting 5 months for determination on 100% I/U,but stumbled onto an inexpensive franchise opportunity in case I don't get the award. What exactly is the rule in regards to employment if I do get the I/U and the have the franchise going too? Is "buying a job" (franchise)considered employment by the V.A.?I need to generate income pretty soon or I will be facing some dire consequences. Any advice? jeff10
  5. I guess I'm trying to say,at least here, there is no "form",procedure,etc. so as to insure payment by the V.A. or to make the fact known on record. What I found hard to believe was that the ambulance service makes the judgement where to initially take you.Once in a private facility a day or two can really rack up a bill before they transfer you to a V.A.facility. jeff10
  6. My wife has worked for a major hospital in Mpls. for over 10 years in the admission dept.There is NO question asking anything about Vet. status or if you are under VAMC care. 2nd: The VAMC told me it's up to the EMT (ambulance) if they decide to bring you to the V.A emergency or go to a local hospital ED once you're in their vehicle. jeff10
  7. Couldn't find in definitions so maybe I'll just ask- what is P&T,SMC,EED and AO for starters? jeff10
  8. Is there any site I can go to that gives the full names to all the abbreviations used here such as "P&T-SMC-TDIU-EED-AO" etc. jeff10
  9. After she opined it went on to say that is why they are not awarding the 100% with IU.

    jeff10

  10. They awarded the 70% and the CP doc "opined" that she felt I could find gainful employment in my previous field (truck driver) Sorry it took me so long to answer,just pulled up my e-mail now.

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  11. did they award you 70% and ignore the IU question or did you ask for it and they denied it?

  12. Carlie, I think you did say I needed something written (can't find the post on forum). But the VSO said he wants to talk to the doc to tell him what needs to be specified. I also asked VSO about attor. today. He said I could if I wished because there is no appeal filed at this time.He said VA does frown on it though and could stretch the time out. What is it you think could prevent me from going that route at this time. I hate to make the move and find out they put it on a back burner. To answer rakkwarrior,VSO never had me fill out anyVF21-8940. As far as last employer goes they contacted them already. jeff10
  13. Testvet,they denied my claim for 100% IU. Does that count?

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  14. Just wondered if many people get frustrated enough with VSO's and head to an attorney who practices V.A.law. Or..maybe that is what I should be doing. VSO filed for 100% IU in Feb.2010. I recv'd 70% in fall of 2010. VSO has sent me to my V.A. doc twice since then to get him to call VSO and give opposing opinion to CP examiner. My doc has said sure both times and called my VSO to ask what he needs exactly. VSO has ALWAYS been busy and says he will return docs call..but can never get a handle on how to hook up with him!! My VSO told me he's going to wait till Aug.2011 to appeal or disagree or whatever it is he does,because that's 12 months from Decision. Does this sound a little dicey on his part? Any advice from anyone on forum who has taken the step to use an attorney,? downsides? jeff10
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