[TBI --- My Recent Journey]

Rootbeer 22

 

I would definitely get all the testing I could get. As a example my back only got x rays and they thought I had a partially herniated disk at L5-S1/ When I got MRI it showed I had 3 herniated disks in my back with L5-S1 severe. I had to fight them to get test. You can believe that Regional office knows about that MRI!

[Checkmate. I win. 100% P&T]

Congratulations!

[CAN'T POST REPLY]

I don't want to Microsoft bash but I had trouble with it for so long that I switched to Ubuntu Linux and never looked back. I have been using Linux with Mozilla Firefox and no problems with net or printer as long as I use Ubuntu.

[NOD]

We need more info! Was this a DRO or BVA decision? What is exactly your reason for any disagreement with the decision? Also a little background on either C&P exams and what your military service records indicate. Just tell us some more.

[During C&P Exam for L ankle examiner measured scars - why?]

I have three scars that I am rated separately at 0%. I didn't even put in a claim for them. They were given from a C&P exam for a broken foot, broken hand and lower right inguinal hernia. I figure I will never get paid for them but at least they recognize them. Hey it is hard for them to away service connection for a scar. Like it is going to disappear?

[Thankful for 100% P&T]

It is still hard for me to relax after fighting VA for so long but I am trying. My wife says that I am not tense all the time. Really wish all the best to all the members on hadit.com

[P & T Clarity]

Pete 992:

 

I am not so sure a veteran with 100% P&T should file any new claims after receiving P&T status. I would be afraid that this would be an open invitation for VA to poke in your file and see if they can reduce.

[30% to 70% and Now IU]

Congrats! Now take a deep breath, exhale and relax!

[IU]

I am not IU... I am 100% schedular... but if it was me I would download the form each year from internet and fill it out and send it in through USPS mail green card certified and keep a copy for my records. Otherwise it gives them an open invitation to reduce your disability.

[C and P Exam For Knee]

Range of motion. Instability of knee. clicking or popping. Xrays definitely. I am service connected for right knee.

[Retro Disability Compensation]

I definitely think it is worth pursuing with a good attorney!

[Success from a DRO on the knees, no really]

Congratulations!

[C-File Viewing Request Denied by WACO VARO]

I agree with lotzaspotz! I went through something similar with my Columbia, SC RO. Once I got Congressional representatives involved the VA played nice. They have to answer to Congressional representatives if nothing else to explain their actions. Be persistent and don't give up! You can do this!

[awarded 10%, first check 2042]

Just remember now that you are in the VA system for treatment you can start building up treatment records for stuff you were denied for.  Also consider getting an Independent Medical Opinion for stuff you were denied for. We all get our service connections and percentages in small bites as VA gives piecemeal. I started off 30% then went to 40% then 70% then 80% and finally now I am 100% P&T. It is a never ending battle. Be tough and resolve to never give up!

[Should I STOP Bad Mouthing E-Benefits?]

Congrats!!!

[SHOCKED (and happy)]

Congratulations!

[Hadit For Real]

You are not alone in your attempts to right a VA wrong! Many who are on this website are baffled by the endless shenanigans of the VA. Take heart that your brothers and sisters are here to help you!

[Won Claim!]

Congrats! Your claim is just another example to others trying to get service connected that we get our successes in small increments. But we will take them because we are not here for one small battle but to win the war with VA!

["Decide My Claim"]

Good luck ArNG11. I know you have been working on your claim for awhile now. Hopefully you will hear something. I was 80% for a long time and was really shocked when I was bumped to 100% P&T. I asked for P&T but was still shocked when I got it. I know from your posts that you have been patient and persistent. That is what it takes. Good luck!

[Reopened Claim & sent my Medical Records as evidence.]

One thing that is nice is once you are service connected for anything at 0% you are golden for treatment at VA. It takes time but you can start working on stuff related even to medical problems you were denied. Sort of start a paper trail and a history of treatment.

[Reopened Claim & sent my Medical Records as evidence.]

Not sure? Perhaps someone else can answer. I always thought the code at the top of page on right side identified who was working on your claim and if you respond to put the code on the response letter so it gets back to the person who is working your claim? Sort of an identifier. That is how I responded back but I could be wrong. I am talking about the paper snail mail you get. I am not sure about that for Iris. I just used my SSN#

[Concerend Question?]

Buck, I read somewhere on hadit that there was a way to have your records amended but can't remember where I saw it. Check hadit and ask the elders here.

[Thoughts on DAV]

I don't have a DAV rep but I do have a rep. I do the legwork and I research the claim. Sometimes I let him file something for me.

[PTSD and being educated]

Not to make light of your PTSD but getting the service connection is most important. You can always to submit new evidence showing your disability has worsened to get a higher rating later.

[Effects submitting all claims vs. separate]

Always protect the date by filing as early as possible.