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Replying with a CUE can be pretty straight to the point if it's an obvious error. One or two lines that are right to the point are sometimes better than a two page letter explaining this and that. franky
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Your Kidding Me Right?
WHOLESALE replied to MikeR's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
I remember Purple, that was the post about "VA SPECIAL FORCE BUSTING DOWN DOORS OF PTSD VETS AND TAKING THEM STRAIGHT TO THE BIG HOUSE." Yep, I remember it. It was scary and UNTRUE and was deleted much too late. frank -
Vets Getting Worse Dealing Dealing With Claims.
WHOLESALE replied to tagandbag's question in VA Disability Claims Research
You got my blood boiling Sledge. Amazing how clear our minds get when things that matter most anger us. Great post and right to the point. Your'e just telling it like it is. The only good thing about a million backload claims is once it gets to a certain point ALL HELL WILL BREAK LOOSE. That is if they don't do something NOW about the backload. It's just a matter of time that we get breaking news of a vet going MAD B) at some regional office. It's not if but when. frank -
Apd As Secondary To Depression
WHOLESALE replied to WHOLESALE's question in VA Disability Claims Research
Thanks Joe, I just wanted to know since he also said my PD was being aggravated from my mental illness. Can you get SC for aggravation for PD if it's from a service connected condition? frank -
Hi, on my latest IME the Examiner diagnosed me axis II with Avoidant Personality Disorder but he said it was being aggravated by my Service Connected bipolar II disorder. Will this PD diagnosis throw a wrench in my claim for IU since the examiner stated it's being aggravated by my service connected condition? In the IME he has that I am totally disabled for any work due to my bipolar II disorder and memory problems. Will the VA associate my memory issues with my psychiatric disorder? Reason I ask is on the mental disorder 100% shedular states forgetting own name etc but my memory problems aren't that serious....... frank
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If it's just an exam without any tests "yes" give it your worst day. Just in case (rare) that they have you take MMPI-2 or BMI personality/psych test make sure you answer everything for a NEUTRAL day. If you give these test your worst day the test will come back exaggerated. You don't won't that to happen. B) frank
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Wait until you get the actual award letter before getting to high hopes. I was told I had been awarded and then found out it was deferred.....uuuuurrrrrrr frank
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tdiu Being Fired/having To Quit Due To Sc Disabilities
WHOLESALE replied to BoonDoc's question in VA Disability Claims Research
bronco, that's a great point you just made. That would definetely be an open invitation for lawsuit if an employer stated an employee was fired for being depressed or anxious. I don't even think most employers will even venture into this arena and just ignore request for information. frank -
Referal For Private Therapist?
WHOLESALE replied to rgero311975's question in VA Disability Claims Research
rg, I see my psychiatrist (no therapy) every 4 months and have had to request outpatient therapy on a fee-basis. I'm still waiting on a response since they don't have bipolar therapy at my VAMC. I requested it through my VA patient advocate at VAMC. frank -
tdiu Being Fired/having To Quit Due To Sc Disabilities
WHOLESALE replied to BoonDoc's question in VA Disability Claims Research
I'm just referring to your statement that your old boss's lied about the reason of termination. If you can get an IMO or even a Comp&Pen exam this could clear things up for ya. I understand private IMO's can get expensive so if you can request a comp&pen exam that could do it. Also, the VA or examiner will look at your medical records to see how serious your symptoms are. Do you have any idea of what's in your records? I mean, have you explained to your shrink all your issues in detail? frank -
ptsd Ptsd, Appointment, Status, Gaf, Meds
WHOLESALE replied to sgmdae's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
If he can get a dx for PTSD you can help him by being a witness to his experience while in service. frank -
ptsd Ptsd, Appointment, Status, Gaf, Meds
WHOLESALE replied to sgmdae's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
Why did he get diagnosed PTSD? Just curious on what was his stressor in service? If he can show proof he should be able to get S/c. frank -
tdiu Being Fired/having To Quit Due To Sc Disabilities
WHOLESALE replied to BoonDoc's question in VA Disability Claims Research
Boondoc, Usually VA will not grant IU just for not working. You have to show on a probative level you can't sustain any work due to your S/C conditions. Get a full IMO with review of your VA medical records stating your totally disabled for any work. Do you have a copy of your treatment records from the VA? frank -
ptsd Ptsd, Appointment, Status, Gaf, Meds
WHOLESALE replied to sgmdae's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
sg, I do feel all vets should get medical care. I just think if mental illness, subjective in nature, is pre-sumptive then a can of worms may be opened. I do hope you get your S/C that you so deserve and your case may be different as in any claim. I just think making PTSD presumptive for all vets, not counting the one's having proof of combat, is a bad idea. A question I have is how to wead out the real claims against the frivilous ones? If every vet that get's out of the military starts claiming PTSD we gonna have a bigger problem in my view. My earlier post wasn't specific for your situation, just overall opinion. frank -
Military Medical And Health Records
WHOLESALE replied to allan's question in VA Disability Claims Research
yep yep, before they even start rating a claim they are in a mindset of how to get denied so they get their bonus. frank -
ptsd Ptsd, Appointment, Status, Gaf, Meds
WHOLESALE replied to sgmdae's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
I'd have to disagree. We would then have a backlogg of over 3 million claims and legitmate claims would be held up. Just my opinion on it, frank -
Colonoscopy Prep
WHOLESALE replied to purple's topic in Medication – Prescription Drugs-Health Issues
Purple, make sure you take someone with you to drive afterwords or they will reschedule.... frank -
ptsd More Questions About Gaf 55
WHOLESALE replied to pacmanx1's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
Manic depressive disorder is now called bipolar disorder so in your case MDD would mean Major Depressive Disorder. frank -
.....and specifically all the Vets that fight for change. If it wasn't for us nothing would ever get done. frank
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Received Call From Attorney And She Said:
WHOLESALE replied to Cherie33's question in Social Security Disability Questions
I agree with Pete :D -
Received Call From Attorney And She Said:
WHOLESALE replied to Cherie33's question in Social Security Disability Questions
I agree, I would have just taken the offer. Who know's how long it would take if you didn't go ahead and accept it. Might even piss off judge too so don't won't to do that. frank -
Received Call From Attorney And She Said:
WHOLESALE replied to Cherie33's question in Social Security Disability Questions
Hi Everyone, Also, how long do you think it will take for me to find out how much retro I will receive, when I will receive it and how much benefits will I receive monthly? The amount of your monthly check is determined by your past average earnings. SSD sent me this info before I was granted. Your lawyer might have this information. And, can I use this favorable award to get Permanent and Total from the VA, since I am currently 70% + IU? Yes, this will add some weight to your claim unless your SSD is for something different. frank -
ptsd Ptsd Secondary And Aggravated
WHOLESALE replied to Papa's question in PTSD Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
papa, People with PTSD often experience many strong unpleasant emotions (such as shame, guilt, sadness, and fear), and to that extent people with PTSD do not have healthy ways of managing these emotions, they may develop or rely more on unhealthy behaviors, such as bingeing or purging. You would probably need a medical opinion stating your eating disorder is likely aggravated by your PTSD. frank -
Thanks Sharon, that's GREAT info. frank
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As long as your medical records are consistent and haven't shown any improvement I don't think you have to worry. The VA has a history of making all us worry about decreases but just keep your head up and keep positive. Keep yourself busy to keep your mind off it. Keeping busy helps. frank