[Bladder Cancer and Stoma]

I have recently placed a claim for bladder cancer where I had my bladder removed.  I have stoma and bag that collect urine.  I have plenty of data from military and civilian doctors who state it is likely from Gulf War service.   For some reason VA is pushing back on %.  Anyone have any experience on what code and % used to determine compensation for the stoma and loss of bladder?  

 

[Finally got my 100% P&T rating]

Good to know.  I plan on resigning 30 Sep so until I get a DD214 the VA won't continue to look at my paperwork. I was extended a couple of times so my original out date of 1 January has now turned to 1 October.  They closed my pending case, what they had deferred, the end of July, 31 days ago, so I hope I don't have to do all the exams again.   Thank you for all the info. 

[Finally got my 100% P&T rating]

OK, so 100% P&T does not necessarily equal no work.  I'm concerned about getting a kid through college.  any benefits that assist dependents get through school? 

 

[Finally got my 100% P&T rating]

On the subject of 100%.  So can you be "permanently and totally disabled" (for Chapter 35) at 100% and still be able to work?  While I expect my 90% to be bumped up to 100% once the deferred ailments are approved I feel I can still work.  I mean maybe not physical work like when I was younger, but certainly, most of my mind is in tact.  I still have to put one kid through school, and I would like to go back to school.

[What Does "totally And Permanently Disabled" Mean?]

So can you be "permanently and totally disabled" (for Chapter 35) at 100% and still be able to work?  While I expect my 90% to be bumped up to 100% once the deferred ailments are approved I feel I can still work.  I mean maybe not physical work like when I was younger, but certainly, most of my mind is in tact.  I still have to put one kid through school, and I would like to go back to school.