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Hamslice, Hahahaha. Blue Leader Under Fire is too funny. Yes, I'm prepared for a long wait but I'm doing everything in my power to get the VA off their butts! V/r WOLF14

UPDATE. I have confirmed that DFAS has in fact completed my AEW on 13 Aug 2015 and sent it to VA via batch file on 20 Aug 2015. VA of course said that it hasn't been scanned into the system for processing whatever the heck that means???? I also requested a copy of my AEW from DFAS on 18 Aug which has not arrived yet. The 1-800 call Peggy number is useless. Not sure when my Retro will be paid as I can't seem to get anyone on the phone at the 1-800 number that has a clue. I know there are lot's of Vets who have waited a long time for their retro. My thought is if DFAS sends it to VA via batch file then what would need to be scanned in for processing as I'm assuming that the batch file is on disc or computerized. BLUF: This seems fairly straight forward and is not rocket science. Thoughts................... V/r WOLF14

I would say that's a good sign. You should be ok.

CONGRATS!

broncovet, Please reference my post on 18 July 2015 on topic-100% Sc+P&t And Retro Questions. I attached a 'snapshot of the award letter. V/r WOLF14

broncovet, AEW= Audit Error Worksheet. I guess DFAS conducts and Audit before they send to VA. Once VA gets it they are supposed to initiate any retro pay due. I do have a ebenefits premium acct. Just not sure where to look for something like this-maybe in payment history? V/r WOLF14

Hello Hadit Experts, Just found out by calling DFAS that my AEW was completed on 13 Aug 2015. I sent in a request for a copy of the AEW of course. Also, I was checking myPay and under "Annual or Changed RAS" there was a RAS for Miscellaneous Credit for a whopping $3.62 minus .54 for Tax= $3.08. The statement effective date reads 13 Aug 2015 (date when DFAS verified my AEW was complete) and the New Pay Due date for the $3.08 was 18 Aug 2015 (today). I logged into my USAA acct and see the deposit of $3.08. The DFAS rep stated that my AEW would be transmitted to VA between 18 Aug 2015 thru 20 Aug 2015. I am expecting a retro of around $31K. Any input on when I may receive the retro due now that the timelines are falling into place? Is there a way to track the movement once its arrives at VA? Thanks Guru's. V/r WOLF14

pete992, Thank you for the clarification. V/r WOLF14

congrats

toddt, Thank you for the link. Anyone know of an easy Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Calculator? V/r WOLF14

Hello Hadit Experts, QUESTION: I am 100% SC and P&T, when I finally leave this earth do my dependents continue to receive my SC disability payments from the VA or does the VA stop payments? V/r WOLF14

Congrats!

Congrats!

Hadit experts, Here is a snapshot of the VA letter i just received Friday 17 July 2015 Everything looks good (although I don't agree with the DDD decrease, I will leave it alone as I know I will be back to my doctor often as my back keeps getting worse every day and just continue to build evedince if I ever have to use it for anymore VA exams even though the letter says no further exams). I am now 100% SC P&T with no future exams and Chapter 35/CHAMPVA/Etc. Any experts out there that can attempt to calculate my retro from 90% to 100%? I have no idea when I will see any retro but I'm hoping soon. Also any advice you can provide now that I am 100% SC P&T with no future exams would be much apprecieated.snapshotWOLF14VALETTER100SCPT.pdf Lastly, thank you to all of you for your support and guidance. My family and I thank you so much and thank you for your service. V/r WOLF14

Well, I'm at work but my 11 y/o son told me that the letter came today. I had him send a pic of the first two pages and I like what I can see. He's 11 and does not take good pics on the iphone :( so I'll have to wait until I get home to view it for myself. I will post the findings. Thanks to all for your support on this long road. V/r WOLF14

So can you be 100% SC P&T and still work if the VA letter does NOT say "You are considered unemployable due to your disabilities" ? V/r WOLF14

All my dependent children and wife have military ID Cards that will expire 3 years after my retirement which will be DEC 15 and I would have to renew thier ID Cards. Now that I am 100% SC P&T is there a special ID Card we all get now? V/r WOLF14

Keep us posted on the outcome please.

Navy04, Thank you. Just waiting on official letter now. V/r WOLF14

broncovet, Thanks and roger that. I will be sure to follow here on what exactly the letter states once I get it. Ebenefits shows the claim closed on 7/14/2015 so it may be 7-10 days before I see the letter in the mail? I'm hoping to see also no further C&P's required. V/r WOLF14

Chuck75, VA never considered or raised the issue of TDIU. I am uncertain about TDIU at this point so any information is welcomed. V/r WOLF14

broncovet, I entered all my disability percentages in the calculator and it read 95% with an overall of 100% :) V/r WOLF14

broncovet, Great info, thank you so much! V/r WOLF14

JR Reihs and Chuck75, Thank you for this information, I will look into all of it soonest, V/r WOLF14

Hello Hadit.com Experts, Just pulled AB8 from Ebenefits showing 100% SC P&T, currently waiting on official letter from VA in the snail mail. I recently went to VA for increase on several SC conditions on 7 July 2015 (Back, GERD, and Migraines) I pulled down my disabilities from Ebenefits and it showed the following; Disability Rating Decision Related To Effective Date left hamstring pull Not Service Connected left ankle sprain (also claimed as left ankle pain and swelling over lateral muscle) Not Service Connected degenerative disc disease lumbar spine (claimed as pain in lumbar, coccyx & spine, lumbar spasms, pain in at T10- T1 levels, lumbago, lower back sprain, non allopathic lesions lumbar, non allopathic lesions sacral sacroiliac, L3, L4 lateral protusion) 10% Service Connected 07/07/2015 right Achilles bursitis with metatarsalgia (also claimed as crepitus and ankle pain) 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 cellulitis in the left foot 4th digit Not Service Connected right hip arthralgia and joint pain Not Service Connected gastroesophageal reflux disease (claimed as heartburn) 10% Service Connected 08/13/2013 left hand 5th metacarpal strain and boutonneire deformity (claimed as left hand 5th digit PTP joint pain and swelling, sprain, pain, synovitis, deformity at MIP joint, mallet finger, boutonniere deformity, and PIP joint flexion contracture release) 0% Service Connected 01/01/2012 right hand 4th metacarpal strain (claimed as diaphysis, cystic defect in the navicular, inferiorly and medially, and 4th digit dorsal angulation deformity) 0% Service Connected 01/01/2012 left shoulder tendinitis (claimed as sprain, deg. changes of the AC joint, pain with crepitus, limited movement, decrease in range of motion in all planes, decrease in strength, pain in AC joint, subacromial impingement, AC arthritis, biceps tendinitis) 20% Service Connected 01/01/2012 lichen simplex chronicus (claimed as lichen plalus rash, contact dermatitis, and impentigo) 0% Service Connected 01/01/2012 TMJ syndrome with crepitus 20% Service Connected 01/01/2012 right knee strain (claimed as soft tissue swelling, pain, weakness, instability with crepitus, and stiffness) 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 tinnitus 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 left knee strain (claimed as pain) 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 mild radiculopathy of the right lower extremity (claimed as right hip numbness) (formerly DC 8521) 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 right shoulder degenerative arthritis with tendinitis (claimed as acromioclavicular joint pain, 20% Service Connected 01/01/2012 hypertriglyceridemia Not Service Connected left varicocele 0% Service Connected 01/01/2012 an anxiety disorder, not otherwise specified (claimed as depression and an anxiety disorder) 30% Service Connected 01/01/2012 left hand middle phalanx diaphysis Not Service Connected right elbow tendinitis (claimed as right elbow soft tissue swelling, right elbow decrease in strength, right elbow decrease in range of motion) 10% Service Connected 01/01/2012 migraine headaches 30% Service Connected 11/12/2013 sinusitis Not Service Connected obstructive sleep apnea (also claimed as snoring, dysfunction, sleep stage or arousal from sleep, sleep study/insomnia, primary insomnia and CPAP machine) 50% Service Connected 01/01/2012 a cardiac condition (claimed as sinus bradycardia, possible left atrial enlargement, and borderline ECG) Not Service Connected bee sting allergies (claimed as anaphylaxis due to bee venom) Not Service Connected left ear hearing loss 0% Service Connected 01/01/2012 right ear hearing loss (also claimed as hyperacusis) Not Service Connected 1. Before my C&P for increase DDD was at 20% but After C&P for Increase it shows 10% (I had major proof it was getting worse so not sure why they would decrease by 10%). Effective date next to DDD entry is 7/7/2015. 2. GERD increased from 0% to 10%. Effective date next to GERD entry is 8/13/2013. 3. Migraines increased from 0% to 30%. Effective date next to Migraine entry is 11/12/2013. History: -Date of initial BDD Claim (01/01/12) (Retirement Date) -Date initiated FDC increase on Ebenefits (11/10/2014) Here are my questions; I've been at 90% since 01/01/12 and looks like according to the AB8 I now have a 100% P&T rating. 1. What date will the retroactive pay start from? I'm assuming it would be 11/10/2014 but not sure because of the Effective date entries next to (DD/GERD/Migraines) go back further. 2. Will the retro pay be for the difference from 90% to 100% (I have wife and 3 children (11 y/o and 16 y/o) and one 19 y/o child in college. 3. Any idea how to calculate this and any Idea when I may see the retro? Thanks Gurus! V/r Wolf14