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Is there some rationale where you file a claim and ebenefits shows the claim received and closed the same date? Yes, there is an ongoing appeal of the conditions, but I don't understand the dating portion. Any help will be appreciated.
LL
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The guy who told about the build up to the Vietnam War. It is free on PBS/Point of View today and tomorrow. Here is a link:
seems like good FYI knowledge.
LL
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me thinks you're right Commander Bob, but you have lightened my mood. Falling on the Floor LOL about the Peking duck.....
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Is that time before or after the folks do the doctor shopping thing? Sorry to be such a downer, but this has just happened to me after 6 years waiting. I guess National Institutes studies, China's Orthopedic Hospital studies, Finnish Research studies, as well as, the doctrine of equipoise, or doctors statements more likely than not,,,is enough evidence to determine some claims.
: Which begs the question: Could the government spending money on research that the government ignores be a frugal use of taxpayer money? And, could that be part of the government deficit that is in the news? -
www.ebenefits.va.gov
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Hey Fed,,,,, hold up....I think about everybody here (thousands) can understand your frustrations. The first thing you don't want to do is get in your own way. I think too, that what may be a discovery for you has been well known by most here, especially the seniors. i.e. you are preaching to the choir,,,now get up off your knees, wipe your eyes, focus and fight your battle. You have lots of help here. Pardon also, Fed,,,for the sake of all,,,please try to check your i's and t's before you present them as facts here. There are those who depend on the site for information that is as close to the facts as possible. (ex. 1. GAO tells the Board of Veteran's Appeals how to instruct the medical examiners to examine the veterans and how to word the diagnosis; (I doubt they tell the doctors what to do or say aside from the law. Think about it, if they did you wouldn't know it anyway.) 2. The VA convienently disregards approval by the Social Security Administration for disability when submitting that as evidence in a claim of any kind. (Almost anybody here can tell you that something is either SC or it's not and if the SSA report/approval gives evidence that something they (the SSA) approved is connected to your SC condition, then the SSA report can be strong evidence for your claim. If your SSA claim is for something other than a SC condition or secondary to a SC condition, then it wouldn't count anyway.) JUST SAYIN and I'm outta here. Good Luck.
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This is another thread from the question about CHAMPVA being secondary to Medicare. I did this so the two would not be co-mingled, as I feel both are separate legitimate questions. My question is: Do State Health Departments accept Champva where you are? Mine does not except in certain "special" (home health, etc.) circumstances. My wife went in for some tests and she was told that they did not accept Champva. The bill is almost paid now (I think we may owe 5 bucks or so). I just thought I would throw the question out there. By the way, I live in a small town,,,though we do have a hospital.
Thanks in advance LL
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Does a 100% P and T preclude IU? If IU is initially granted and a separate condition is rated at 100% independently of the rated body system that presents the IU, is the independent 100% cause for SMC?
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The BVA is going into hiding. They will be at an undisclosed location. Ex-Vice President Chenny will be the only person able to communicate directly with the BVA. I have heard through secret sources they will be ten miles underground in gigantic bomb proof complex with the CIA next door. All this because of Nehmer.
John,,,,,,,John,,,,,,,,ha ha ha ha ha ha good one... Just some scuttlebutt....That's what I thought...Thanks all. closed topic...ha haha ha fotf lol thanks john,,,I needed that to start my day. Thanks.
LL
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Anybody hear anything about BVA changing physical locations?
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First and foremost, I will stick up for Berta, who has helped hundreds. Altho she is not perfect either, she has volunteered her time and efforts to help, literally, hundreds of Vets, to which I am one. I may add that she is one of the best, if not the best researchers available. I have read hundreds of Berta's posts as well as hundreds of articles written by the well known Jim Strickland on watchdog. Berta's responses are better than Jim's, as her knowledge has more "depth". Berta will think nothing of researching case law for 2 hours to help a Vet, and I do not see that kind of "depth" with Jim Stricklands answers. Berta's answers are much more detailed than Jims. Jim gives good answers generally on the RO level, but for appeals, Berta wins this contest hands down. I just have not seen Jims answers demonstrate that he has researched case law on his answers, while Berta's answers often do this.
The difference is that Jim Strickland wont be rating or making a decision on anyones claim, while Berta researches opinions and cases of people who DO adjuticate claims.
It is your choice of who to follow the advice: Jim Strickland, who shoots from the hip, or Berta, who consults what judges have decided. I know my answer.
There is, IMHO, ONE and ONLY one poster (on the net) who has knowledge of VA law even close to Berta. That would be "Ask Nod". Like Berta, Ask Nod has read thousands and thousands of VA cases. Berta's speciality is Widows benefits, while Ask Nod's is hep C and service connection.
BECAUSE IT IS JUST TOOOOOOO DARN EASY TO JUST "NOT COME ON THE SITE IF YOU DO NOT THINK IT IS HELPFUL...WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF NOTIFYING EVERYBODY THAT YOU ARE SOOOOOO MISERABLE. {Oh that's right misery loves company} wrong site for that. See ya.
LL
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Thanks Pete. col brochure
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Has anybody seen one of these yet? Supposedly it is being released to help vets through a government shutdown.
"Veterans Field Guide"
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Hello Bronc..... That is an incredible story that sent goose bumps up and down my arms and it shows that sometimes we never know when or why these things happen. To have your son protected sounds just like divine intervention. I also have a hard time knowing that His Son took the worlds place on that cross. It is way too big for me to even comprehend or understand , but I can only accept and BELIEVE. Just as you did. Amen. There are so many others like your son and like you and like me and its so important that we continue to try and help those that have come after us , because one day they will be like us trying to support those that come after them. God Bless our troops and our country and keep you and them safe Bronc. NEVER GIVE UP. C.C.
Thanks CC. Some may forget,,,but if a vet was in Viet Nam as well as any other war and made it back, you may not serve Him, you may not bow or bend your knees to an awesome GOD, but you know there was something that helped you to come back home...so...CC, broncovet and others, CC said it..."BELIEVE". B. your son is already blessed because of your prayers,,,somebody hears. I had better stop here, too much emotion...as has been said on hadit, "those who were there will never forget." God bless all here and bless their loved ones in harms way. And B. , tell your son thanks from all of us. CC, glad to see you back after your encounter. smile a lot......Larry
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Hey combatcamera,
just sayin.......but since you (YOU<<<YOU) recognize that the doc's statements are incorrect, I would bring it to the VA's attention as soon as you get something in writing saying the doc is putting words in your mouth. Not to be an alarmist,,,BUT,,,you know the government, somehow it will be your fault that the doc put the wrong thing down....(knew or should have known garbage)......ouch,,,,,OUCH,,,,,what was that? Uh Oh,,,it's the doc's statements that I said thus and so biting ME in the butt. Better safe than trying to explain away what the doc said on your behalf...Maybe the doc was trying to help your case,,,,,but it is easier to bring it out than for them to hold up your benefits while you try to explain what it was exactly that you said. JMHO
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MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY.... I want to thank you ALL again. Thanks for allowing me on the board and thanks for the help. I am done except for some appeals that I am having fun with, fighting the C and P folks. For all you other fellow vets,,,you can trust the folks here to tell you the best that they know. Follow their lead and unless your claim is completely bogus, they can show you the way here. At the very least, for me at least, it has made the waiting bearable. Enjoy,,,,and again remember the reason for the season. BE HAPPY.
LL
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And the VA says,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,DENIED. I was an apprentice welder on the America (CV66) and a fire watch while we were in overhaul in Portsmouth,,,constantly exposed,,,,rated by a Government "B" Reader, got paid from several companies,,,took two more tests, both confirmed asbestosis...and the VA says,,,,,,,,,,,,,,DENIED. So get ready to fight.
LL
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Thanks Berta,
As we used to say when we were young,,"you are the most" (grin)...Hey thanks.
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Anybody know anything about the SBP (Survivor Benefits Plan)
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Emily,,,this is Larry L. I understand your frustration, I have an appeal with the BVA that has been there since 06. But remember, (smile), the folks at hadit are all just like you,,,I don't think anybody here is with the BVA, so while you may be angry, don't get angry with the folks here...They are here to help and many of them are as frustrated with the system as you are. Said with much love. LL
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Might as well start here after thanking the big boss upstairs. I was a broadcast journalist at some point in my career (the last 9 years), however, I can only find one thing to say to ALL you guys (to include the ladies) moderating and the guys and gals chiming in (as you guys say). A HUGE HUMBLE THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP. I HOPE GOD WILL BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU WITH HIS BLESSINGS FOR YOUR GOOD WORK and deeds toward me. THANKS
Larry
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AMEN!!!!! I am sure that it is not everybody at VA,,,but there are enough of them to make the whole pie sour.
: Which begs the question: Could the government spending money on research that the government ignores be a frugal use of taxpayer money? And, could that be part of the government deficit that is in the news?
State-Level Fatal Casualty Lists For The Vietnam War
in VA Disability Claims Research
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A GREAT BIIIIIIIIG Thanks Carlie. For real,,,not sarcastic. Many years, many tears.... tough day today.