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Miken2c74 That difference between us and the civilians who never wore the uniform is the one major reason why Hadit is so successful, It's veterans helping veterans. I see it all the time; a veteran in trouble will listen and react to another veteran, when no one else has been able to. So that's why we do this on Hadit; just veterans trying to help our brothers and sisters. It's a good thing!

Buck52 said it best...we are here to help others asking for advice. No need to put them down. It is our duty to "correct" an inaccurate or negative comment from one of our members if they so reply.

Ronc531 If you're asking, is XYZ "Normal" for the VA to do, the only thing that is "normal" for the VA is to deny, delay, hope you die. The most important thing is what does your decision letter say. Ebenefits is inaccurate and often late on updating status. What I would do is put aside the difference between 90 and 100% someplace where you won't spend it in case they want a refund. You can also appeal if that happens and say you already spent it and it would be a financial hardship to make you pay it back (garnish). You are right about a temp rating going on so long; wondering if you had a C&P exam during that time and it showed your condition was still not better, and somehow that factored into your extended period of 100%.

Indy, Hopefully you will get a decision soon. But you haven't been paying a lot of attention; the sites/sources are just too unpredictable and often are inaccurate. The RO MAY have the last action here, but it also can go back again to the BVA. If you must, limit yourself to checking once a day, but you're going to be better off checking a lot less frequently. Don't forget to pay attention to your back pay amount; they often will get it wrong on your EED. Best of luck.

Same as you guys. I have two separate claims going on; one gives the status and the other reads "we don't know the status yet". I called Peggy and was updated on both with different expected completion dates. As to why it wasn't showing on the status screen they couldn't tell me. As to why they could give me an expected completion date for the one that says we don't know your status, he couldn't explain that either. This is just another example of how out of sinc VA.gov and ebennies are. Can't trust'em. Just wait for the hard copy, that's all.

Joni You're welcome. The VA and A.O. is one of my pet peeves. It is no less than disgraceful that they would put money ahead of doing what is only is right for taking care of veterans. If they can't pay the price, then don't put us in harms way!

Here is the latest slam on the VA concerning adding the 4 new presumptives: Most of the major VSO's endorsed a joint letter to the President to provide immediate approval. See https://images.radio.com/connectingvets/Joint VSO Letter to president to Add 4 AO Presumptives-February 10 2020-2.pdf (I do find it interesting that the American Legion didn't sign on. Curious!)

Fat If he has s-c for rhinitis, it should be fairly easy to connect for his doc. He should say the the OSA is secondary to his s-c rhinitis. OSA has been proven to to be a direct cause of R; see studies (do your research showing those results ex. Brown University journal of medicine 123, dated xyz . It is my professional and medical opinion that more likely than not OSA has caused the R for veteran. I am not a VSO, Agent or lawyer and the advise provided is my opinion only. You should consult professional legal and medical advise.

Fat Here is the DBQ for headaches. VA Form 21-0960c-8 https://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-21-0960C-8-ARE.pdf He is going to have to show that he had them by way of his STR's; have to be diagnosed with them now by a doc, and will need a nexus. It would help a great deal if he has used the same doc ever since he was discharged and the doc would certify to that fact. That would go a long way on the nexus. If he has a wife or friend/family member that could provide a buddy letter, talking about his having these headaches since he returned home, I think that would also be a big plus. Without a opinion from a doc on the nexus, I doubt if he would have much of a chance; 12 years is a long time for this kind of disability. IMO

Shrek This kind of explanation goes a long way for us. Not only to veterans who have your symptoms, but even to those of us that just haven't had a lot of exposure to people that have struggles like you. Because you have been on here for a long time, people take notice when you offer advise. Keep on doing it; the same for everyone. Sharing info and personal experiences is what makes Hadit so helpful.

Agree with Bronc and Vetquest. If the pain is caused by what your s-c disability, I would get a dbq from a specialist that says so. He/she states that the old injury is now causing X, and it not only shows an increase in your disability for movement, etc., but the pain is much worse. And, if there is other issues, back, arthritis, hip or walking issues, etc., secondaries can come into play. . As Bronc indicates, if it is bad for 20 years, it is highly likely you have ,or will have ,other issues tied to it, either now or in the future.

Whew.... Buck, whats the saying? Deny, delay, deflect, hope....

83beenuff I'm not sure what you have. Did you appeal and request a HLR on your claim, and that is what you mean when you say you are finally getting a meeting with your DRO? Your profile doesn't say where you live and the VA DRO's could have limitations on office space. Are you s-c for a disability with the VA? Do you have an open claim right now? Not much to go on from the info you provided.

Hi bojack Listen up to pete; he really is giving you the straight scoop. Actually, going 6 years without a re-eval is a long time; it possibly indicates the VA up until your recent employment thought it had stabilized. It is not unusual for the VA to reschedule MH disabilities because they can change over time. It doesn't sound like your symptoms are getting better. Everyone wants to work; we need the money and it gives us a sense of worth. But as pete is saying, you can't earn any money in jail for assault, etc. You have to get yourself in a position where you are less likely to trigger events that will result in bad things happening to you. You need to get the VA to give you an occupational eval. You may find out that you just are not capable of functioning in a working environment right now. I would also reconsider dropping out of your legal agreement with the lawyer. If working is not right for you, for at least the near future, you shouldn't be fighting to keep your job. If your reeval C&P shows you should be keeping or increasing your disability rating, you should also look into getting SSDI. That will take a year or more but provide some replacement income for you. Please get some counceling to help you be realistic on what is going on in your life. We are here to help; many members have "been there, done that" and can offer excellent advise if you ask. So keep on asking brother.

Hammer46, yes congrats! But as Bronc advised, don't go spending the money yet. A lot of factors go into getting the compensation deposited. When you finally do get it, pay attention that you don't get lowballed on the amount because they gave you a letter effective date, EED, than you should have. If they do, you can also appeal that as well.

On Life Insurance, you can get additional $30K worth, called Supplemental S-DVI free. However, the veteran has to be under 65, and must apply within 1 year from the notice of the grant of waiver. The under 65 is a high bar for a lot of veterans. Richard you may be correct, but that isn't what the VA sites says: https://www.va.gov/life-insurance/options-eligibility/s-dvi/ Specifically, Can I get more life insurance coverage if I need it? If you carry the basic S-DVI coverage and become totally disabled and unable to work, you can apply to get up to $30,000 more in coverage. This is called supplemental S-DVI coverage. You may be able to get $30,000 of supplemental coverage if you qualify for a premiums waiver, and you meet both of the requirements listed below. Both of these must be true. You: Apply for the coverage within 1 year from the date you get notice of the grant of waiver, and Are younger than age 65 "......you can get up to $30K MORE in coverage...

or use IRIS and get a written reply.

Just spitballin', but what if you just call Peggy and ask if there is a dedicated group that you can be transferred to in Benefits for insurance. Ask to speak to a lead or manager. Just guessing there has to be some guru to get to.

taylor88be8 Skrek is on the right tract. A Brief is a summary in legaleze of what the facts are and also the appropriate precedents laws/rulings that should apply would be so the Judge doesn't have to wade thru the weeds. It's what lawyer do.

Vync Tell your Dad this Vietnam veteran is telling him it's o.k. to get benefits that he has earned, one Vietnam guy to another. (We look out for each other.)

Just wondering if anyone else had a problem with the recent postings to forums; i couldn't get on for a good 24 hours. I was wondering if I said something bad:)

Vync Here's a suggestion. Look up the NAS's statements why hyperthyroidism from a medical analysis point of view. Example: study done by X showed Y. If your father wants to get a jump on it (because of the on-going delay in adding to the AO presumptive list), get an IMO from a doc that believe they are connected and state so referencing the NAS finding. It is a good chance he can get a favorable on it. Worse case if they deny is he will have already been in que so they "should" re-look at those denials once they do get added. IMO.

I just returned from a C&P on Sleep apnea this morning. I had an IMO and they wouldn't take a copy from me because she said she already saw it in my claim. She did say that there were a lot of good points in it that she could use; I take that is a positive. So, my point is, bring your dbq or IMO with you just in case your outside VA examiner wants tor see it (even though it might not be their standard policy because of AMA changes.) I asked if she would take something if it weren't in my claim file and she said sure. So be prepared folks!

On Life Insurance, you can get additional $30K worth, called Supplemental S-DVI free. However, the veteran has to be under 65, and must apply within 1 year from the notice of the grant of waiver. The under 65 is a high bar for a lot of veterans.

blahsaysme2u Advice from Miken2c74 is spot on. VES C&P notification letter says "it is not necessary to bring your medical records to your exam; however, if you have diagnostic tests related to your claim" please call xxx to ensure those results are submitted to your examiner expeditiously. If that didn't happen, your next best bet would be to call the RO and complain that the re-exam was inadequate because the VA again didn't provide your STR's in a timely manner to support. The AMA has probably changed the rules to not allow us to provide copies during our C&P's of stuff that was supposed to be in our medical files. If they deny the new exam, and then deny your claim, you probably have to appeal. Don't get frustrated and give up.That is what they want you to do.