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Now that reproductive organs are on the presumption list for burn pits I wanted to ask if anyone has had a claim approved for testicular cancer? My backstory is: deployed to Iraq ‘04 to ‘05, our FOB had a good size burn pit. I left service in ‘06. In ‘08 I was diagnosed with testicular cancer, I had my left testicle removed and underwent radiation treatment. In 2010 the cancer returned, but in my chest, I went through 4 rounds of chemo. In 2014 I submitted a claim for the loss of a testicle and the cancer, but was denied as it was not deemed service connected. I had not submitted a claim during either treatment due to my own ignorance but I assume the outcome would not have been in my favor. I if anyone has had a similar experience I would really appreciate any info on what to expect or I should do? All of my treatments were at VA Hospitals and I recently submitted a new claim for these issues. I read a little on special monthly compensation and would think it applies to the loss of my testicle, but for the actual cancer I’m not expecting much to happen with that other than 0% rating.

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I appreciate the knowledge and I will move forward. Semper Fi Gastone.

Agreed, I've been going to my appointments and she has seen a difference. she is the most important part of this whole thing. If it was not for her I would have never been motivated to get help.

I hope your's moves quick, It seems the VA is trying to get these claims out, as mine moved very quick.

Claim closed, 60%, I posted it in success stories, Thanks everyone for the support, I'm really glad this is all over, now I'm waiting on the retro

I appreciate it brother, I hope others will have their claim's completed in a timely matter, any idea on the retro, when it usually posts?

My claim closed today, I was granted 60%. I have not received the VA envelope as of yet, but I would assume it was 50% PTSD and 10% for Tinnitus. I put an additional claim for burn pit exposure from when I was in Iraq, as I have had cancer twice and I’m in my earlier 30’s, but from what I understand that will not be approved. I put in for my claim in June of this year after going to the VA on my wife’s suggestion due to anger/sleeping issues. My C&P exams were earlier this month, they were outsourced to VES examiners. I’m shocked at how quickly my process went, I have gone to all of my scheduled VA appt’s and exams. But I still did not think that my claim’s would be completed within 5 months. I was concerned with the VA acknowledging I had PTSD, as my wife finally got fed up with me and gave me an ultimatum to either get help or she was going to leave. It is a relief that now I will have my treatment covered. It is nice to have a little extra jingle in my pocket as I’m not doing that great at work due to my ability to get along with coworkers and supervisors. I’m wondering when I should receive my retro payments from July 1st till now? Regardless, I appreciate this website tremendously, I will be making a donation as I could always login and view other veterans struggle and joy when a claim was completed. The stories I viewed on here helped me through this process more than I can explain, Thank you to all.

Peggy called me on Friday to verify my bank and dependent information so I'm hoping that my claim and retro will be completed soon. I have not seen a change in eBenefits as it was down for a day over the weekend. I'm still pending notification. I'm patiently waiting to find out what my rating is. the waiting is the crappiest part.

I'm kind of stressing out over this, since the VARO called and confirmed my banking information and dependent info I should be good to go you think? I do not put anything past the VA in regard to negligence. so any positive thoughts would be much appreciated. This site and all the members on it have been a great support system for myself and other's. Its good we all have each other's backs. I'm trying to stay off ebenefits because I'm driving myself crazy waiting to see my rating letter, and for the case to close. I'm going to hang out with the wife and kid and forget about it for a while. Again, thanks everyone!

I have a claim submitted for PTSD and tinnitus. Today I received a call from the VA asking for my banking information my dependents birth days and ssn's. When I check ebenefits my case has moved to preparation for notification. Peggy at the VA would not tell me what rating I have been approved for. She said she could not see that info. I was wondering if this means i will be at least 30%? Im on meds for ptsd and go to the va for counseling. I had my c&p a few weeks ago through VES so I cannot see the results yet. This is my first claim. Any idea on how long it takes for retro pay?Any info is much appreciated.

From my research it appears that my initial C&P exam is vaild due to it being conducted through VES: The Initial Examination for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder must be conducted by a VA psychologist or psychiatrist certified by the VHA Office of Disability and Medical Assessment (DMA) to evaluate veterans for this purpose. However, note that the definition of "VA psychologist or psychiatrist" includes psychologists and psychiatrists in private practice who conduct C&P exams for a company that has contracted with the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) or the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to provide C&P exam services on behalf of the VA. Companies with current VBA or VHA C&P exam contracts include Veterans Evaluation Services (VES),

I checked eBenefits today and my claim has now moved to the "Preparation for Decision" stage, I'm hoping all goes well, From what I have read this does not mean anything as it can jump between stages. I called VES and was told that all of my requested C&P exams have been completed, so hopefully everything moves smoothly from here on out. Fingers crossed.

That is good to hear that you will hopefully soon your claim will be completed. Please keep me updated.