David4287

I have filed supplemental claims for several conditions because the VA left the ratings the same when established in 2011, and most are related to Parkinson's Disease and worsening. I was notified by QTC that I have a few exams, but not understanding why? I am 100% P and T with SMC-S and SMC-K One they are doing Male Reproductive DBQ secondary to DM II Agent Orange. I have been SMC-K continuous since May 2001, and held a DM II rating since January 1998. I claimed Chronic Fatigue (heard nothing since July 2023, diagnosed and meet the 60% criteria) , PN they failed to examine my feet. Restless Leg Syndrome the VA states is related to PN, although they are two unrelated conditions. PN is generally caused by DMII, and is problematic 24/7; with RLS only occuring at night when sleeping, and in my case caused by Parkinson's Disease. Why is the VA scheduling me for blood work as part of the claim process? My ratings areas follows, and continuous: 70% PTSD rated 2001 20 year rule 70% Combined for Parkinson's Disease (Agent Orange) 2011 40% Right upper rigidity/tremors 2011 30% Left upper rigidity/tremors 2011 30% IBS 2023 10% Facial masking with Ptosis 2011 10% Balance problems 2011 10% Difficulty swallowing 2011 60% Urinary dysfunction and urgency 2023 60% Nephropathy (Kidney Disease secondary to Agent Orange DM II) 2011 50% OSA 2024 30% Acne (Agent Orange) rated 2001 - 20 year rule 20% DM II (Agent Orange) rated 1998 - 20 year rule 20% PN lower right extremity 2011 20% PN lower left extremity 2011 10% Shell fragmentation wounds rate 1979 - 20 year rule Several 0% ratings Comments as to what is up concerning a possible reason for a DBQ for ED (already SMC-K for 23 years) , DBQ for DM II (rated in 1998) would be appreciated. I did not claim either of these two contentions.

Thank you for the response I have been SMC-S since 2010, with Parkinson's my service-connected secondary's are worsening. Such as urinary dysfunction. From one tablet daily and no pads, to taking Tamusolosin, twice daily, Finsteride and Myyrbetriq, plus 6 pads per day I have IBS , SC and now chronic, and balance issues. SC'd and worsening OSA and CFS, would be new, but not sure if I should make them secondary to PD, DM II, or Nepkropathy, or can I file each one with all three conditions? PN 20% each leg, worsening because of DM II Kidney failure, developed two new issues, Osteodystrophy and Hyoxemia Should I file these claims along with an Applicaation for A and A, or just file A and A with recent notes, doctors statements and a detail presentation of these disorders and how the impact my lefe negatively?

I’m 100% P and T with SMC-S1, trying to elevate to a higher SMC level. I have numerous Agent Orange service-connected disorders, served two tours in Vietnam with the 4th Marines, and I am 75 years old. 70% Parkinson’s Disease, no cure Want to file new secondary claim of OSA and CFS. My retired VA Neurologist will do a DBQ for my PD issues for OSA, and he diagnosed me with CFS in 2011. Requested an increase in service-connected balance problems, urinary dysfunction (now 5 pads daily and three medications), rigidity of muscles, and IBS. Retired neurologists will do DBQs or opinions on each contention. LHI referred me to a PA-C with three years of practice experience and six months with LHI. They assigned the same PA-C to do all my exams. 60% Nephropathy secondary to DM II, Agent Orange. Both can be controlled but no cure. New claim of Osteodystrophy and Hypoxemia OSA secondary to DM II alternative to PD maybe? Increase ln Peripheral Neuropathy currently 20% in each lower extremity, and worsening 30% Skin Rash Agent Orange, rating held since 1979. 70% PTSD (I would rather not use it as I am 4 months from the 20-year rule) and the VA is slightly jumpy about PTSD today. I filed an Intent to File in late October. VSO filed claims on the third Tuesday in November, and on the third Thursday of November, they had me set up for C and Ps with the PA-C above. The ink hadn’t even dried, and was not given a chance to send in new evidence that may preclude some C and Ps. These are issues I did not request or filed: C and P for an increase in DMII, which is already at 20%,and cannot be increased unless you are on insulin and I just take pills. I have held this rating since 1998. They wanted to examine me for shell fragmentation wounds, a rating I have held since 1979. OSA, a new contention. I had a sleep study and was issued a CPAP machine. So why would they want to re-examine this when nothing has changed? Finally, how do I approach these exams with COVID. I lost two family members to COVID, and not all warm and fuzzy about meeting examiners in person. These are the first claims I have filed since 2010. All my VA appointments are by Telenet. Any suggestions: Thank you in advance.

I am 100% P and T with SMC-S1. Yes, I'm 70% for PTSD, but my 20 year anniversary is October 1, 2023, so it is not part of the claim. Yes, I have an Intent to File. Most all issues are currently service-connected except CFS, diagnosed, Sleep Apnea w/CPAP. The VSO placed SA secondary to DM II, CFS, secondary to Parkinson's disease. It appears the VA errored by placing Renal osteodystrophy as secondary to Parkinson's when it is clearly a Renal issue. All contentions have progressively worsened from the original claims in 2011.

HADIT I'm a two tour Vietnam vet, Marine Corps. I have 5 Agent Orange disabilities. Parkinson's 70%, Nephropathy 60%, secondary to AO DMII, PN 20% bilateral lower extremity. Chloracne 30%, wounds, and PTSD in the mix. I have developed worsening symptoms of SC PD conditions, developed Chronic Fatigue, Sleep Apnea with CPAP, urinary dysfunction secondary to PD three meds and 4 pads daily, IBS also secondary to PD, and Renal Osteodystropy. VSO filed claims, on a Tuesday, LHI sent an email 2 days later with appointments. I thought that was too quick, since I have not submitted private DBQs and Nexus letters. Have intent to file until Oct 2023. Withdrew all my claims because I need time to add new evidence. What am I looking at here? I know no one can tell exactly. But with a SWAG, 60% CFS, 50% OSA, maybe 50 combined IBS/Urinary, Rigdidity, loss of most functioning of the right hand, and combined unknowns for increases in PN, Ostedystrophty, other 0% to 10% SC ratings from Parkinsons Thank you!

A veteran who has been TDIU for 8 years dies in a house fire. Is his spouse entitled to DIC? Additionally, if a veteran holds a 100% or TDIU rating for more than 10 years can the veteran die of any cause and the spouse receive DIC?