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For what it's worth, I know very little concerning VA disabilities and the complexities of a successful legitimate claim. I'm just muddling my way through my claim, with the expert help from some of you.
However, do not underestimate this administration's efforts at exposing folks that are taking advantage of the system. It keeps money in the government coiffures and perhaps acts as a deterrent for others; thus unclogging the system.
I might be looking under the bed for boogeymen, but look at the unprecedented number of IRS investigators that have been hired in the last 8 years.
Regardless, I should think you have no worries if you have a righteous claim.
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14 minutes ago, Gastone said:
Don't take the Claim Ltr to mean more than what it asks, you left info out that needs to be completed.
As to your Dr's SISOC, marginal at best. No indication that he actually reviewed your 2002 SMR DX of SA.
SC SA DX'd needing Cpap or Bipap is rated at 50%, even if you don't use the Machine, which would not be wise. If you also have a DX requiring supplemental 02 while sleeping due to P02's dropping below 90%, that does support a possible Chronic Resp Failure claim.
Check out the 38 CFR 4, SA Rating for 100%. You'll notice that there are 3 or 4 DX "OR'S" listed, any (1) of which could get you a bump to SA 100%.
That worked for me, this past 12/15. It took a VA Quality Review of a 07/15 increase Denial Decision, but the Sr Rater agreed with my position regarding my SA Request for an increase to 100%. Every thing regarding my 02 use and meeting another (2) of the 100% requirement was in my VMC records. The original Rater just didn't understand the significance of the "OR's" and the 02 Use. Got 100% Retro'd back to 01/14 with SMC S (1).
Semper Fi
Gastone, thanks a lot for your comments and especially your recommendations. I'll check out 38 CFR 4, but I'm not O2, although I use the CPAP exclusively. It has really helped.
Yea, I'm only cautiously optimistic concerning the EFT stuff. There was one number off on my routing#.
I disagree with your assessment of my Dr.'s SISOC, however. The 1st para deals with my current sleep study. The entire 2nd para speaks to the sleep study in my SMR. Did I get that acronym right? I'm still scratching my head as to what SISOC means.
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Yea, sounds like bs to me also. If they were investigating, she wouldn't know. I did read an interesting article yesterday though:
im not surprised that Uncle Sam is hiring more investigators. There is a significant upswing in fraudulent claims.
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After I post something, how long does it take for others to see it? I have been a subscriber for 3 months, if this helps with an answer.
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So, I woke up to encouraging news from e-benefits. It still says gathering dust, but it's asking for two things from me:
One is to update my Finacial institution immediately. We can only pay EFT or pre-paid Credit Card.
The second was to update some form that deals with my dependants.
It looks like something is happening. I will post redacted copies when I get to my desktop later today. I also owe a copy of my Dr's nexus letter.
I hope some of this helps other legitimate claim veterans.
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Thanks, I will receive the packet by mail. I only got a cover letter via e-mail.
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Buck, the letter is from and asking me to report to the Compensation and Pension Clinic: 3110 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego. Is this a QTC?
it's for a: 1 Mv. Med Gass . Status: Future
Whatever that means.
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Thanks Buck, roger that. I'm unfamiliar with the term QTC. I will know better when I get the e-mail/mail request with address. My work spam filter picks up most new correspondence so it could be hours before I see the e-mail. Do these things typically involve a physical?
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For anyone following this thread, I received a phone call today to setup my C&P exams for a week from Tuesday. Interestingly, they called and they are following up with an e-mail and USPS notification.
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Yep, thanks Tbird...I've been a subscriber since June 10. Worth every penny.
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On August 15, 2016 at 4:51 PM, broncovet said:
5. After you get your benefits, donate some of your retro to TBIRD to keep this site up, learn about VA benefits, then give back by helping other Veterans. That is what Im doing.
Gastone, this is helpful comment that I'm taking the liberty of reposting.
Can anyone offer a brief explanation of how to donate? I'm sure it's here somewhere, but sometimes I find the site a bit "busy" and difficult to navigate for someone that is techno-challenged...like me.
To be clear...great site, great people and great sacrifice!
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My experience is dated but in 1990, a dependent had to be a resident alien (green card holder) at a minimum.
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Ha...they are probably messing with us. Mine moved up 2 months to 8/21/16... I think that's Saturday. I haven't had a C&P either.
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Requested mine on 20 July. Mine just went to decision waiting approval and the date moved up to 4-20-17. Who knows.
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Update:
I went on E-benefits today to download a Form 21-4138, Statement in Support of Claim that my Dr. filled out supporting my claim. She provided a clear nexus of exacerbated medical condition that started with my active duty sleep study and DX of OSA to my current one, seperated by 14 years. I will print a redacted copy when I get home to my computer.
Additionally, to my delight, I found my Estimated Date moved up 3 months to 8/21/16-10/17/16.
Comments anyone?
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3 hours ago, Vync said:
I have seen a lot of veterans asking the question, "If I knew then what I know now..."
The other day I talked with a veteran who didn't even know it was possible to file a disability claim because they were told the VA only handled GI Bill.
In the service, many acquired the "tough it out" mentality despite injuries. They got out and continued to live under that philosophy, but their injuries caught up to them and didn't have adequate health care. By then, damage is done and it might be too late to turn things around.
Back before the Internet and before the VCAA of 2000, many of us were told to just visit our local VA rep after getting out, but in reality the representation may have been pretty awful. Unlike today, all resources were pretty much locked up in an ivory tower back then.
And then there are VSO's who helped veterans file their claims. The veteran comes back later with another issue and is told not to file anything else because it "might slow down" their pending claims.
Personally, I was out of the military for 13 years when I found Hadit. I had no idea what a secondary claim was until I learned it here. If I knew it was possible to file a secondary claim, I would have done it years earlier, got treatment, and not feel like I am falling apart.
Ditto! I could have been compensated for many years, I think.
In fact, I thought that some folks were just taking advantage of the system. It's still my personal feeling that I will only claim a disability for something that happened to me as a result of my service. If I feel I would have contracted the problem whether I was in the service or not...well, I'm not sure I will file a claim.
By no means am I passing judgement, however. I served 27 good years and spent very little time in sick bay.
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Good question and I am interested in the responses also. If it helps, my VSO told me that he can add amplifying info to my FDC without penalty.
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AFVW2, I look at it this way. I have seen positive results posted on this site from claims that didn't have a direct service DX like your husband has. I would keep your chin up and feel cautiously optimistic, if not positively entitled.
Yea, the VA makes some head scratching mistakes. Cross that bridge when it comes. There is plenty of great help here for that too.
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Yea, I hope I get to 100% before they find out I'm dead.
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First of all, welcome to the site!
Yea, I'm only slightly concerned. There is a clear nexus to service connectivity. But, you can always bolster your husband's claim. My VSO asked me if my Tricare PCM would write a short paragraph in my file stating that my current condition is more than likely a continuation of the active duty DX. It doesn't hurt to try. I suggest you do the same.
There are some terrific folks here that will chime in with real help. You will learn very fast who to listen to...Berta cough Berta cough Berta.
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Ha...thanks OSC. BTW, I have a beach and small farm in Cabangan.
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Sunny, the following caveat comes up on e-benefits when I access always:
If a new claim is submitted while an existing claim is pending, any new information will be consolidated with the pending claim. The new claim will then be marked as Complete and moved to Historical Claims with no further action required.
Sleep Apnea Claim
in Eligibility - Veterans Compensation Benefit Claims
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Ha...I got it! Statement In Support Of Claim (SISOC). Geez, I'm becoming a Hadit nerd.