OIFVet

Well, my claim, like others, processed without my dependency status...

I submitted on ebenefits an updated form through the upload documents in the claim section and also mailed the form. Neither seemed to gain traction.

Well, I recently noticed a new feature on ebenefits. There is a section now for the purpose of updating dependents. Two ways to get to it once logged in: Click on Apply for Benefits > Add Dependents OR Click on View My Status > General > View Open or Submitted Applications

I did this and it was processed in less that 24 hours and my monthly payment amount in my benefit letter online is updated to the correct amount. Now to see if and when the retro dependent pay comes...

I've seen others with comments about dependent issues so hopefully this might help you!

I totally understand. It is a very personal decision and one you must be comfortable with. I can remember several years ago when a doc was evaluating a scar I have by pushing down on it. I about came out of my chair and yelled out in pain! Yet this "contracted moron doctor" submitted his report and listed the scar as not being painful to the touch! WTF!!??
So years later and after a different doc examined me, I finally got the rating I should have. That's not a fun process for anyone to have to go through for compensation. If you're like me you just want to wake up one day and not have to fight the VA on stuff like this anymore. For me that day will come soon enough I hope. I hope whatever your decision is, that you find happiness in life. Best of luck to you going forward OIFVet.
LC