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please, write the president - call macain --- make that palin --- write or call your congress person.
We are the people --- get involved!!!!
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I'm 100% and use the VA for my health care. However, the care is only good for medication and test. I want to go to a civilian doctor. I have medicare but don't like the thought of paying 25% of the bill.
My question - who uses medicare and just how does the program work?
Thanks - Bob
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Are you still in a condition that would afford you the benefit? If so, then you have nothing to fear!
What most likely will happen is the VA will schedule you for a C&P. Again, you're condition will dictate whether the award is continued. The VA isn't on a witch hunt - they're accountable to the citizens who pay the benefit. Law is blind.
Your personal belongings means nothing to those who manage the program -- it's allot like your relationship with the IRS.
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The VA does an outstanding job in assessing claims = don't base or voice an opinion if you haven't research the situation.
Even though they are not fantastic in making timely decisions = a decision is made that in almost - in all cases -- fair and timely.
No other country in the world is like ours. I salute the VA and thank them for there support.
Bob
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No - the law is what governs SSDI. Granted - some states don't have the work load others do - however - when your time comes - the rating is based on facts not geography.
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Hi all!
I just wanted to let you know that I was on the phone with an agent about my auto ins. premium and I asked about a discount for a Disabled Vet. I told the agent everything, my percentage, how long, that it was Service Connected. In any case, I have Geico and live in NY. The agent put me on hold to ask and came back with a yes! I was very happy. I think it was about a 10% discount, which is great to me. They wanted to make sure I received a check and what branch I was in, that was it.
So I wanted to pass this along. Just call and ask your agent, they may say yes too.
Have a great day!
Thank you for the good info!
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Yes, yes and yes. The claim was denied twice because ss feels I am too educated, I have a masters degreet herefor I can do sedentary work.
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Jim - are you service connected for your heart - if so does the request for ssdi have this evidence? Is it the medication that hold you back from being employed? What about a doctors statement?
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I feel it is valid. I have had a heart attack and 2 open heart surgeries. The second surgery damaged nerves in my chest and I have been on a morphine patch for 2 years.
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Looks like you burned bridges and are now having to deal with your anger. If she stated that she was advised not to speak with you then the die is cast. What I'd suggest you do is turn this around if you can. Remember - if you fight anger with anger - all you'll get is misery.
The advise for you to take it up the chain is an option, however there's garbage already in the road that has to be cleaned first.
What I'd suggest you do is check with your county mental health community if you need assistance right now!
Bob
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I take blood pressure meds now. I didn't have hight blood presurre going back in. I retired in 1988 and was recalled in 1991 and the last time Aug 04 through Aug 06. The heart attack and stint replacement happend while I was on active duty. I had disability for PTSD, Skin disorder and tinnitus prior to recall. I don't know why they would scrtinize an unassociated problem - but then again I have been wrong before. I did file for and received disability for diabetes since I an a vietnam vet and was awarded 20%. I'm 60% now. I will be filing in addition to the heart attack, PTSD increase as I believe it is secondary to my heart attack and some other illness associated with diabetes. Have you heard of anyone filing claims after recall?
Thanks.
Jerry
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How is your blood pressure now vs then - was your heart attack due to your military service - you said you had a stint replaced? How is it that the Army recalled a disabled veteran - one with a service connected disability? Any benefit you claim will be scrutinized by the VA.
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Your taxes will be half of what you received - you can spread it out over the years that it was paid to include - find someone to do your taxes - don't complain - it's a blessing.
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Jim - why did you apply for SSDI? Is it a valid claim? If your medical condition stipulates that you are not capable of working because of disabilities (doctor suggested SSDI) then you have nothing to worry about. What's your gut tell you? Ask yourself - with all the evidence you have - would you award SSDI?
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I have a scheduled hearing for SSDI in April. I am TDIU and concerned that by doing this especially if denied that social security wiil contact the VA. I am concerned about using losing my TDIU. I am 60 years old and have been TDIU for 5 years. Any comments would be appreciated as I am thinking about cancelling the Hearing.
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thanks everyone for the relpies. first and foremost, i'm no hero. ( i was fortunate, i guess to be very well treated by the us.army for my actions in Iraq awards wise) PHM,BSM, CIB, etc i didnt do anything anyone else in my position wouldnt have done "to stay alive". i did my job in Iraq as a senior NCO to the best of my abilities, and thank god i didnt get any americans killed from my decisions. i have no less than 65 combat missions i took my Iraqi company out on, and yes we lost some Iraqi soldiers in Mosul and Tal'afar. this weighs heavy on my mind some times, as i was in charge of their well being. i was witness to american "kids" being KIA. (i'm 44, and these guys were old enough to be my kids)anyone who has been in combat understands how this haunts a person, especially when you see the people you were acquaited with, or you knew to be killed in a violent way. all combat deaths are violent.some guys call for the moms when their hit really bad.. you dont worry or think about it then,(it's survival) but when you get home, it haunts you... you broke bread with these guys,and talked about their inspirations, and future goals. the next thing you know their gone in a blink of an eye. i suppose its the same for all war vets from ww1 to present. the human mind is like a computer. it reminds you all the time of your past. as being a human being, theres only so much someone can take before they break.( i wasnt as strong mentally as i thought i was).. excuse my language, but these "shitbirds" at my precinct, have NO CLUE as to what going ,AND returning from war is like... they think i'm crazy i guess...i'm not, i'm a human being like everyone on this forum is. sure i'm on meds, but atleast i knew i had a problem, and i sought out help. i wasnt at home eating doughniuts and drinking coffee. these supervisors at my pct thinks i was having fun in the sun. i was outside the wire all the time, and i volunteered for every mission that came down to my advisor team. i suppose as a man, you want to make sure your not a coward. thank god, i passed the test.. i wasnt at the time afraid to die, ofcorse i was concerned if i would be killed, yet there was nothing you could do except " suck it up" what happens, happens.(fellow vets! does that sound familiar, eventhough were from different wars?)..its in GODS hands. thanks for the support, AND GOD BLESS THE VIETNAM VETERANS WHO WERE NEVER GIVEN THEIR PROPER RESPECT, AND HOME COMINGS THAT WERE WELL DESERVED BT THE AMERICAN PUBLIC. ( you may hate the war, but love the warrior) i believe thats an exerpt from the movie "we once were soldiers".. i'll keep in touch... martin spears...(no relationship to that crazy 'thing'.. BRITTANY SPEARS.)..LOL...HOOAHH!!
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