Good Morning All,
I have a few questions regarding my VA compensation :
1) The (2) foot numbness and tingling disabilities are related to plantar fasciitis which was documented during one of my VA visits. Should I request this to be opened within eBenefits or do i need further documentation.
2) A few of my disabilities have further degenerated. Should I apply for an increase without any real documentation that supports my claims?
3) A few months ago I went to the emergency room thinking I was having a heart attack. False alarm, apparently I was having anxiety attacks (first time ever). I had a few appointments with the VA mental health clinic and the shrink said I may be experiencing panic/anxiety attack from service related experiences. I was prescribed some kind of anti-depressant which I took for a few days, but had to discontinue do to the side effects. The main reason I have not pressed this issue with the VA is because I work for a company that requires a security clearance and in the future I will need to have my Top Secret. I guess what I am saying is... I do not want to somehow be diagnosed with PTSD from anxiety attacks than somehow not be eligible for a higher clearance.
Below is a chart of my current disability status.
Cheers,
Disability
Rating
Decision
Related To
Effective Date
strain, right knee
10%
Service Connected
05/2016
left foot numbness and tingling
Not Service Connected
carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper extremity
10%
Service Connected
05/2016
right foot numbness and tingling
Not Service Connected
gastroesophageal reflux disease
0%
Service Connected
05/2016
strain, left shoulder
20%
Service Connected
05/2016
carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper extremity
10%
Service Connected
05/2016
strain, lumbosacral spine
10%
Service Connected
05/2016