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mrjenks

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    Tucson AZ

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  • Service Connected Disability
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  • Branch of Service
    Air Force

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  1. I think I got the right one now, but the damage has been done.....the one I got fits a whole lot better.
  2. It is SC, which I figured might be a good chance at it.....
  3. I use a CPAP machine and it has give me a large black scar on my nose. It is very noticeable and embarrassing. It was caused by my mask. It was small in the begining, as it was healing it just became bigger and black as it was healing. Can I claim scarring for this and get a percentage. I wouldn't worry about it, but like I said it is so noticeable and embarrassing. Any advice.
  4. thanks for all the info I am getting, I didn't know about some of the state benefits that is offered and other info.....this site is great....all i can say is thanks a heap again.....goes to show you, there is always something more you can learn with the help of others.
  5. The letter is dated 8 Mar 09 and I received the letter on 9 Mar 09. As for the federal job, the only points I could claim at the time was the 5% for my years in the Air Force. I was surprised myself that I beat out others who might have applied for it with a greater disability rating, but my background did fit the job perfectly so maybe that is why I got the job offer, not sure. HR did tell me to bring in my rating once I get it to get it updated in the federal system. I will be checking that link out for state benefits....I am interested on what they offer for veterans with disabilities.
  6. Yeah, something to think about, my DMII is still uncontrolled, the VA here in Tucson has been great with working with me with it, so hopefully I will get it under control soon, or I might be able to get IU, but I rather have my health.
  7. With my C&P exam happening on 14 Jan, I finally got rated as of March 8. I had 7 items down for rating but only got rated for 4 (Sleep Apnea, DMII, Degenerative Disc Disease, Hypertension) with total of 70%. Also I got SMC for Erectile Dysfunction. They did not give me a percentage on ED, just the SMC. I am pretty happy with the rating and want complain. There are things I wished I did different. This forum was a big help, so thanks to all. I start my Federal job next week and things seems to be coming together for me (knock on wood). Thanks again, for everyone that ever offered advice and also for everyone postings that also helped me through this rating process.
  8. I was active duty Air Force with 23 years in before they medically retired me. At least I got out with my retirement pay. I got medically retired for DMII. Also my commander wrote with my MEB package that I couldn't deploy and I am an hinderance to the Sq (load of B.S.), it was just his way of trying to get rid of the older MSgts in the Sq....over 70% of the MSgts in the SQ retired because of the way management were being treated, but I degress. Once my paperwork went to the PEB, it came back quickly with a medical retirement at 20%. I was given 90 days at that point. I had to some leave days plus I the permissive TDY. I was gone in 3 weeks. I was given the chance to go in front of the PEB if I wanted to reject their findings, but decided not to, I was ready to move on. So you can drag it out if they offer you that, but only a couple of months or maybe more....also you might can convince them to keep you in when you meet them. Good luck.
  9. Papa, Actually I will be working at Ft. Huachuca....it is an administrative assistant position workings in the planning division as I was told by my sponsor. Do you work for DISA.....???? If so how is the environment you work at.....????
  10. Thanks Papa and Vync.... The way you explained that surgery really is scary and I see why you wouldn't do it...sounds pretty extensive. I will check out the links Vync sent just to satisfy my curiosity. Didn't know about a bipap machine, will check that out also. thanks for the info. As far as the Govt job is, it is working for DISA.....I start in two weeks. Not sure where you retired from Papa, but congrats in your retirement.
  11. I have OSA and will be service connected for it...my question is....the CPAP machine does not do alot with helping me getting enough sleep...it helps a little, but not as much as I want or should work. I still have sleepy episodes during the day and still feel like I never get enough sleep when I wake up in the morning. Even the PA who did my C&P exam noticed I had a relative large uvula. I like to have surgery, and was told by someone that if I have surgery sleep apnea would be rated as 100%. The reason why I want the surgery is because I will be starting work again (I'm retired) and the commute is 1 hour both ways. My girlfriend said I shouldn't do it, but it is a federal position which allows me to at least get my foot into the system. I guess my main question is will Sleep Apnea with the surgery would rate 100% or any percentage more the the 50% just for sleep apnea alone....????
  12. Where can I go to get a copy of my C-File for my C&P examination and how long does it take....???? Thanks.
  13. I am pending my rating from the VA at this time. I have already done my C&P and have Sleep Apnea, DMII, Pes Planus and Hypertension for my SC Conditions. I am hoping it doesn't get any worse, cause that would really suck....I have an appt on Friday so I will tell my doc then.
  14. I gotta tell ya, talking to a doctor about this will be embarrassing, but I guess I should....it happens usually when I either sit down or get up....an on some occassions when I am not doing anything at all...and yes it's urinary.
  15. Has anyone has this problem and was wondering if my medications might be the cause....I have sleep apnea and DMII and Hypertension......thanks for any info.
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