[Travel Mileage Claim Rejected-Status “Fiscal Rescinded”]

Thank you both for the answers. This travel is for community care authorized and referred by the VA to treat a very rare autoimmune disease very similar to multiple sclerosis. The VA referred me to this provider and I am very happy with them because she specializes in this condition. I do have multiple claims in for August, so maybe they are just declining payment on the first one to cover the deductible?

[Travel Mileage Claim Rejected-Status “Fiscal Rescinded”]

Hi everyone. I have been filing travel claims for community care referrals that are about 4 hours round trip from my house. Today I noticed that one of them was denied and the status is “fiscal rescinded.”  The website doesn’t tell me what that means other than I can’t appeal. My local travel office is closed on Thursdays “so that they can catch up on claims processing.”  Does anyone know what this status means?  I have been reimbursed for appointments to this community care provider several times in the last few months, so I’m confused. 
Thank you. 

[100% P&T Having Back Surgery]

Hi everyone. I am currently 100% P&T with ratings that include bilateral sciatica, among other things. I am scheduled to have a minor surgery on Thursday (discectomy) on my back due to chronic numbness and nerve “tingles” that radiate down both of my legs. So my question is, should I do anything to have this looked at as related to the sciatica that I am rated for? I don’t really want to mess with the VA reopening everything that got me to 100% if there is no reason to, but I also don’t want to overlook a reason that I would need to submit a new claim for this. 
 

I hope this all makes sense to everyone. 
 

Thanks. 

[SMC-S and -K]

10 hours ago, broncovet said:

Sometimes I feel like a broken record.  There are 2 ways to get to SMC S, not one.  

For Statuatory SMC S, yea, you probably need a single 100 percent rating.  

However, for "housebound in fact" you need to be "substantially confined" to your premesis, and unable to leave the home "for work".  

Thanks broncovet.  Sorry for asking the question, I looked it up and just got more confused the more I read.  

Thanks again.

[SMC-S and -K]

Thanks Buck. I don’t yet have a diagnosis of E.D., but after hoping things would get better for 2 years, I’ve decided to pursue it. I just had an appointment with my MH doc and he mentioned that the blood pressure meds could be doing it. I have an appointment with my primary care doc at the VA in a few weeks and I’ll make sure to discuss it then. 

Any idea on the SMC-S?  If I’m understanding what I’ve been reading, then I don’t qualify because I do not have a single item rated at 100%, nor am I TDIU. I am 100% P&T though. Thanks for the help!

[SMC-S and -K]

Hi everyone.  I have a question about SMC S and K.  I am 100% P&T. Am I entitled to SMC-S? I have the following ratings:

major depressive disorder recurrent    70%

obstructive sleep apnea    50%

benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)  40%

scar anterior neck status post tracheostomy  30%

sciatica, right lower extremity  40%

sciatica, left lower extremity  20%

deviated septum status septoplasty and bilateral turbinate reduction    10% (replaced by next line?)

allergic rhinitis with deviated septum status septoplasty and bilateral turbinate reduction (previously rated under DC6502)  10%

sinusitis  10% (secondary to above)

gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd)    10%

right medial epicondylitis 10%

scar, left thumb s/p laceration. 0%

hypertension    0%

Also, how does SMC-K work for loss of creative organ?  I am not rated for it, but I do mention it with my VA mental health doc from time to time?  

 

Thanks everyone. 

[Post 9/11 GI Bill-Any Suggestions on How to Use It?]

No I didn't. 

[Post 9/11 GI Bill-Any Suggestions on How to Use It?]

Hi everyone.  I just want to make sure I'm not asking something that is a no-no.  I just don't want to leave that housing allowance money "sitting on the table."

Thanks.

[Post 9/11 GI Bill-Any Suggestions on How to Use It?]

Hey everybody.  I apologize in advance if this is not in the right section.  

I have about 18 months (give or take) of Post 9/11 GI Bill left.  I am not eligible to transfer it to my dependents (they are getting Chapter 35 anyway.)  I work PT and am 100% P&T.  I have no interest in pursuing another degree to further my career because, God willing, I have no intention of working FT again.  I'd like to use up the rest of that GI Bill and get that monthly housing allowance by taking some courses of interest.  Otherwise, this benefit will go away and I will have wasted that income.  Any suggestions on classes or certifications or whatever that would allow me to collect that housing allowance without adding a heavy load of school work?

Thank you all.  

[MDD]

12 hours ago, gousto0731 said:

Thank you . I used a private DR. and his assistant and they both agreed my diagnosis of MDD chronic recurrent /

PTSD with GAF of 45 . I submitted my IMO from my Doctors with VA Form 21-0960P-2

this 30% is they gave with an IMO. and yes I will appeal.

I am rated at 70% for MDD, permanent.  Sounds like the DAV guy was full of crap.  

[Decision button]

I clicked the button for one or two of my claims.  Didn't seem to make a bit of difference.  

[Finished all my C&P Exams.]

In my experience, you won't see the QTC exam info in MyHealtheVet.  At least, I never saw mine there, and it was in Spring of 2015. 

I also clicked that button, but my made no difference in getting results. Emailing Sec. McDonald and UnderSec Hickey at the 15 month point is what generated movement on mine.  

I agree with Gastone.  Read a book, find a hobby, just put your mind elsewhere, because the claims process can drive you nuts.  

[FDC vs standard claim evidence requirements]

I have used secure messaging to let my doc know when I have problems with meds.  He usually calls me and we make a change without me having to wait for an appointment. That is usually with my psych doc, but I have also gotten prescriptions refilled through my PCP through secure messaging.  

[Obesity onset in service, successfully connected to OSA]

So, what can obesity be rated as percentage wise?  This OSA/obesity lines up very well with my experience. 

[100% Scheduler or IU T & P, don't miss the $10K FREE Life Insurance]

So, I went and looked into this a little more, and the VA website and form say that you have to be P&T and IU.  I am 100% P&T, but not IU. Am I seeing this information wrong or is there something else I don't know?

Thanks. 

[New Format for Site - Can you give me a moment and check this out?]

Tbird, I think these changes look great. Things are easy to read and easy to find, which will be helpful to everyone looking for information.

[CHAMPVA]

Awesome, so it sounds like CHAMPVA is just as convenient and helpful as my general doctor at the local VA.  ***insert tons of sarcasm here***

[100% P&T!]

Hi Gastone.  I actually don't know if they rated me IU.  Is the only way to know that to wait on the BBE?

 

Thanks. 

[CHAMPVA]

Hi everyone.  Since I was recently awarded a P&T status, I know that we are eligible for CHAMPVA.  I would like to know what your opinions are on having CHAMPVA insurance.  Would you recommend carrying additional insurance as well?  We currently have private insurance through my wife's job.  Also, have you run into problems finding doctors that accept CHAMPVA?  

I appreciate any input you may have.  Thank you.

[100% P&T!]

Hi everyone.  I have been 100% due to MDD, OSA and several other disabilities for a little over a year.  Recently I put in a request for increase on the MDD because I was advised to go part time at work and to prepare for the possibility of a residential treatment program.  Anyway, the VA kept my mental health rating at 70% and they made it permanent and total.  This now puts me at 100% P&T!  I'm still reading about things that the P&T rating brings with it.  Chapter 35 is huge because I have a 20 year old son and a soon to be 17 year old daughter.  Are there any other things that I should look into or be aware of with the P&T label?

Thanks to everyone that answered my questions.

[Reduction in Work Due to Dr's Recommendation]

Hi everyone.  Just in case anyone else reads this thread and wonders what the outcome was, the VA kept my mental health rating at 70% and they made it permanent and total.  This now puts me at 100% P&T.  I'm still reading about things that the P&T entitles me to.. 

Thanks to everyone that answered my questions.

[Nco Hangs Himself After Being Turned Away Temple Tx Vamc]

Hamslice,

Thatmust be why I can't get my regular doc to ever call me back and follow up on lab results and X-rays.  Part of me doesn't care though, because when I do get to see him, he just complains about how horrible the VA is.  At least my psych doc is good.

[Outdated information-especially dependents]

I'm sorry for your loss.  

To answer your question about ebenefits, its effectiveness is largely dependent upon it working correctly.  It seems like half the time I log in to do something, it is down for "upgrades."

[Preparation for Decision without C&P appt]

It is common for this to happen when there is evidence to support the claim.  While there are no guarantees, I don't think this is a bad sign at all.

[Need Help Getting Married to non us citizen]

If you plan on getting her a green card, she can use that to support a request for a social security number.  About 6 years ago, it took my now ex-wife no time at all to get a green card and social security number.  We were stationed in Korea at the time and did everything through the embassy.  I'm not sure about how long it takes in the states.