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SgtD6970

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  1. Yes Lung Cancer from Agent Orange is Combat Related and that is one more thing I have to get done getting that submitted. Everything now hinges on the C&P I had last week for the residuals. I don't know if I'll get 30, 60, or 100 percent. But if I don't get the 100% my next step would be IU since I can't work because of the lung cancer. I got SSDI with no problem so I should be able to get IU. I still have battles to attend to but now I can enjoy it a little more with the back pay...Sgt D
  2. I had filed for lung cancer agent orange related and was disapproved, I filed a nod in Jan 08 and received my approval Sept 11, 08. I was adwarded 100 percent from Oct 06 - thru Oct 07 then it went back to the 60 percent I had for other items pending a C&P for residuals of the cancer, I had that C&P on Sept 11th. Now we will just have to see what they rate that at.....but the main thing is I got the lung cancer approved and won mu NOD and of course they owe me some back pay which is hard to figure out how much based on my drawing retired pay and cdrp, but I think it will be a good hunk of change. Sgt D
  3. It's actually called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)and thats what I filed for, my claim is still pending I should have an answer soon Sgt D
  4. OK now I maybe able to get me some new toys to play with, guess I'll have to ask at my next appt sure would like the GPS so I can remember were I am and how I got there. Sgt D
  5. Yep they test me everytime I have an appointment, I am on pain meds and I don't have a problem with them testing as I don't do illegal drugs or drink, but I hate having to call each month to get my refill, I have read some where that the doctor can write a script for 3 months and I will ask on my next doctor's appointment. Sgt D
  6. Bertha Why would he file VA Form 21-526, if he has already filed a claim shouldn't he just file VA Form 21-4138 instead of filling out all that stuff on VA Form 21-526, Sgt D
  7. I got the results of my last hearing test today, I'm at 10% now and was wondering if this test will put me in line for an increase. Left ear: 500 -35 , 1000 - 35, 2000 - 60, 3000 - 80, 4000- 90 Average 66 Right ear: 500 - 30, 1000 - 35, 2000 - 45, 3000 - 90, 4000 - 100 Average 67 Speech reconization of 88 in each ear. Can someone who know's this stuff tell me what percentage I should be at. Thanks, Sgt D
  8. Ryan I did a google search for it and came up with plenty to read about it I don't have the time to read all of them but from what I gather it's part of or caused by having GERD. Maybe someone will post more later and they can explain it to us. Sgt D
  9. Here is what the proper name is for GERD... Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease....if you look this term up you can read all about it and how it is rated. I currently have a claim pending for this. Sgt D
  10. I've read so many post about how bad the DAV is and I to am really disappointed in them, I have written several emails to them, never received a reply, called never got to talk to a real person. Maybe if everyone who has a problem with them would send them an email and place an article in their local paper they might change, but as I see it all they want is your life membership and then we will send you a magazine about how great we are and what all we do for veterans. Sgt D
  11. Well now you know 3 who has 10% for hearing loss. Yep guess I am stone cold deft in both ears, I guess to get a higher than 10 % you have to have had your ears cut off or something. Sgt D
  12. Do you currently have a disability for hearing loss if so it's easier to get approved for Tinnitus, I was reading thru my papers today from when I retired from the Army and the VA awarded me 10% for Tinnitus and 0 % for hearing but service connected both that was in 1990. In 2004 I applied for an increase for the hearing loss and was awarded 10%, anything above 10 % for hearing I have no clue as to how bad your hearing has to be for mine is really bad even with the hearing aids the VA provides me. If you ask my wife she thinks I just have her on ignore. Sgt D
  13. Well I'll tell you this don't hold your breath waiting for this other wise you'll be 6 feet under and won't be here to get the next 2.5 % we'll get. Sgt D
  14. Here's the article on this: CALL TO ACTION: BILL WOULD GIVE DENTAL BENEFITS TO ALL DISABLED VETS -- Have your elected Representative support H.R. 5595 which would give dental coverage to all vets with at least a 10% service-connected rating. Veterans with service-connected disabilities would get expanded dental coverage under bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Mark Kirk, R-Highland Park. The "Make Our Veterans Smile Act" (House Resolution 5595) was co-introduced by Kirk and fellow Navy Reserve intelligence officer U.S. Rep. Chris Carney, D-Pa. Currently, only 100 percent disabled, homeless or prisoner-of-war veterans are eligible for dental benefits. The bill, if signed into law, expands dental coverage to any service-connected disabled veteran, regardless of disability rating starting Jan. 1, 2009. "We need to ensure that those who wore the uniform, risked their lives and sacrificed so much are appropriately cared for," Kirk said Thursday. "We won a great victory for area veterans when we saved the North Chicago VA Hospital from closing. But the commitment the government makes to help care for disabled veterans is incomplete without addressing their dental needs." According to the Veterans Administration, 258,000 veterans currently are eligible for dental benefits. More than 2.5 million additional disabled veterans would receive coverage under the Kirk-Carney bill. In Illinois, coverage would expand from nearly 5,000 veterans to more than 60,000 veterans, according to the Congressional Research Service. Legislation is on Thomas, here... http://thomas.loc.gov/ Type in H.R. 5595. Legislation printed below: ------------------------- Make Our Veterans Smile Act of 2008 (Introduced in House) HR 5595 IH 110th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5595 To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide dental care to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 12, 2008 Mr. CARNEY (for himself and Mr. KIRK) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide dental care to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the `Make Our Veterans Smile Act of 2008'. SEC. 2. PROVISION OF DENTAL CARE BY SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS TO VETERANS WITH SERVICE-CONNECTED DISABILITIES. (a) Provision of Care- Section 1712(a)(1)(G) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking `rated as total'. (;) Authority To Provide Care by Entering Into Contracts- Section 1703(a)(7) of such title is amended by striking `section 1712(a)(1)(F)' and inserting `section 1712(a)(1)'. © Effective Date- The amendments made by subsections (a) and (:) shall apply with respect to outpatient dental services and treatment, and related dental appliances, furnished on or after January 1, 2009. Since this may be great for a lot of Veterans, I much would rather have a increase in the amount given to all Veterans since there are many Vets like me who have no teeth. Mine were all pulled before treatment for cancer. So just give me another 10-25% pay increase. Sgt D
  15. I have never thought about it like that to obtain 100%. I am disabled thru Social Security and I got the waiver based on it and then got the other $20,000. I am like you I can't get any other insurance so to me this was something that I didn't even have to think about, I've had both now for about 5 years. Sgt D
  16. This were most vets cannot and will not agree with your statement. Just why should only 100% vets get a pay raise and not all vets, didn't we all serve and become injured serving our country? I do agree that a pay raise is needed but not just for the 100% folks. Sgt D
  17. The below link will explain why it takes so long to get a claim approved: http://glumbert.com/wii/view.php?name=baddayoffice Sgt D
  18. Here's one site to order from they run from $8.00 and up. I got a pair for $48.00, no line bifocals tinted and overall nice glasses. www.zennioptical.com. Sgt D
  19. I requested a copy of my C-File using the FOIA form from the VA. I received all the C-File completed at the Birmingham Hospital. What I did not receive was a copy of the C-File from when I first filed in 1990 when I retired from the Army. Question is do I need to request a copy from the Richmond Hospital were the C&P was conducted or how do I get a copy of the information from that C&P. Thanks Sgt D
  20. Dale Fr That is wrong it only requires you to be 10% or more to obtain glasses thru the VA, and it does't have to be S/C for an eye condition. I suggest you call the eye clinic direct and get an appointment. Sgt D
  21. I went to the Birmingham eye clinic on 2-11-2008 and had a complete exam. I had never tried to get glasses thru the VA. I was impressed with the exam. I was told I would have my glasses in a week or so. Well I called today to check on them and was told they were requested on the 21st and I should have them by March 18th. Guess even the eye clinic can't help from not telling the truth. Oh well at least the glasses are free if I ever get them. Sgt D
  22. I have medicare part A and B, Part B cost a little over $90.00 a month, I don't need a supplement for I have Tricare for Life and between the two I never pay for doctor visits or hospital stays. I do use the VA for most of my medications as they are free. I will not use the VA for anything major they scare the hell out of me. I've had 5 new doctors in 6 years and there is no way you can build up a trust in a doctor at the VA, they PCS more than I did in the military. Sgt D
  23. I downloaded all the forms filled them out and hand carried them to my local SSA office. The lady looked them over and asked why did I think I was disabled, I told her to look at my neck and face from the burns from radiation treatment, that still didn't impress her so I lifted my shirt and asked her if she could work with a feeding tube like mine. Needless to say I was approved in about 3 montha that was in 2001, In 2004 they tried to cut me off, I appealed and they sent me to there doctor guess they didn't know he was a former Army doctor who believed in taking care of veterans, they haven't cut me off yet and haven't messed with me since. Sgt D
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