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Thanks Richard1954 and broncovet. I will research the state benefits.

Well....I was awarded P&T. But I think the C&P exam wasn't much help after I read over the results. I did submitted two DBQs from my private doctor as well and I think that did it. All in all it was a success. I am grateful and this will help me and my family out a lot.

I was awarded P&T!! I was 100% but not P&T. I submitted updated medical documents and DBQs and was awarded. I just need to figure what come with that in Northern VA. Thanks for all the insight. I will remain vigilant on this form to help other Vets as I was helped.

Thanks Vetquest, The exam was quick as normal. He as me a few question and I did two shoulder test and some questions about my wrist. He said, Sir you are done and I have to do my part now. I should have some results in 60 to 90 days. The waiting game begins now.

I have a C&P exam in two weeks. I am having surgery on one of my shoulders in June. This is exam is for a revaluation/increase. I hope to get my shoulders in a static status. 1. Should I mention I am having surgery in the C&P exam? 2. Can I bring my wife with me in the exam room? 3. Can I submit a DBQ from my private doctor prior to my C&P exam? 4. What to expect in this exam? I never have anything positive happen to me from the VA hospital in DC. Thanks for any advice

Awesome! Congrats!

I just received my C-File yesterday. All my claims are static (Major Depression, Right Knee Right Wrist and Right shoulders) except two of them (Left shoulders and Left wrists). I have a reval in April 2019 for my shoulders and wrist in 2020. Should I submit for an increase (PT) since my reval is close? I was told they will look at everything and I have current medical for records for all my claims (static and non-static). Should I submit all my records or just the ones that I am trying to increase and for ED? Thanks for all responses.

Hello All, I have a question...I am 100% not P&T since last July. I have a revaluation in April 2019 for my shoulders and another revaluation in August 2020 for both wrists (Carpal Tunnel). I have medical documentations from my Drs....stating my conditions has worsen and permanent in nature (shoulders and wrist). The fact that I will ask for increase for the before mention medical issues since I am getting a revaluation. During that time to make sure that I am a successful, I have two letters from my PSYD and Psychiatrist and updated DBQ showing that MDD/Anxiety has worsen and also permanent in nature. I am 70% MDD now. I am not asking for an increase in MDD but my DBQ shows all the checkmarks for a higher rating. I am adding my Mental Medical in as well since the VA will check my complete file anyways. Is this a good idea to get this over all at once if possible. Thanks in advance.

I think 70% due to he/she checked this box. [X] Occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, such as work, school, family relations, judgment, thinking and/or mood

Congrats!

Congrats!

Awesome...Congratulations! I hope one day my 100% turn into 100% P&T.

Thanks to Everyone responses. This helps a lot. I will definitely remain in treatment.

I am rated at 70% for MDD/Anxiety. How often do you visit your PSYD/Psychiatrist? I was going every two weeks but now it monthly. The meds help some but have some negative affects (weight gain, ED). Still trying to find the right combo. I don't want my percentage to be affected by lesser visits. Can the VA decrease my percentage if I started going monthly instead of bi-weekly? Thanks for any inputs.

I submit a claim for Tinnitus and a reconsideration for MDD/Anxiety. I look on ebenefits and my claim is at Pending decision Approval. I thought that I would have to got to a C&P exam for a decision on mental health or this is another denial, since its in for pending decision without a C&P exam. Have anyone has any experience in reconsideration.