bob barker

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I cant remember 100% but I know I try very hard to file NOD or appeals when ever needed. I know I had one appeal with this lawyer at least 2 years ago. I have paid the lawyer for the small retro I got and I plan on keeping him and hope to pay him 30k next time. I know he will do a better job then me. I almost didnt type that I thought about doing it myself. Duly noted about the attorney. Thanks for your advise about the dealing with the VA about my other conditions. Thanks, I'm trying to have a positive out look. Need to get a hobby!

I filed in 2008 and was low balled for ptsd and denied other conditions. After a couple years I hired a lawyer to wave his magical wand over my claim. I just got my brown envelope a couple day ago(3 weeks after emailing Allison) and was rated 100% permanent for ptsd. The letter also stated that my other claims would be looked at and most likely need c&p's I assume. 2 concerns I have. My retro date is from my last C&P exam which was only a few months ago. My lawyer wants to go for a earlier retro date which makes sense to me. Anyone know a time frame to resolve a issue like this? I almost want to pursue this action on my own but feel I'd be kicking my lawyer in the balls. I really dont want to bother with the VA about the other claims. The VA stresses me out/reminds me of the army and I would much rather cancel the appointments (thoracic spine pain, funky healed broken foot, chronic cough/sinusitis) and not deal with the VA. Is this a foolish move? I would also like to thank these forums. I'm mainly a lurker but I have lurked a lot when feeling very hopeless about my claim. This section would give me hope to not give up.

post like this give me hope

Bad side effects scare me a lot but thats great you found something that works. Have you got to try yoga yet?

Looks like I need to start answering my phone when its a unknown number.

I called the 1-800 # and got some answers after being disconnected twice! There was a double claim for ptsd and the newer on was closed b/c there is a older one in appeal status. I have a lawyer representing me so I'm not sure what thats all about. My ebenefits account shows no active claims so its not being updated. The 1-800 # told my they had all my additional evidence that has been sent to them so I'll just wait for the brown envelope since my Ebennys is kaput.

If your in a MMJ legal state I would recommend high CBD low thc marijuana. The strain AC/DC comes to mind. Had some test at 13% cbd 1% thc. You dont get high, it has more of a calming effect. Edit: I'm not sure if this post is ok or not. I dont know how marijuana is viewed here.

My claim was closed last month and I havent heard a word. Ebenefits is not showing me much. Called the 1800 number yesterday and scheduled a call back for today. The VA called and hung up instantly............never surprises me.

I have to view it incognito for it to work.

Eat some jackfruit for me in celebration.

I feel like I had a fair exam a week ago. There were a few things I forgot to mention but most of the main symptoms were covered. Guess I'll wait and see.

When I click the blue button it gives me two options. The first one brings up some info but it has zero importance. The 2nd one''Download or send my Health Summary (VA CCD)'' says its updating. It has said this for weeks now. Im guessing this is the one I need to be looking at.

I have done yoga at a vet center and at a normal studio. It might just be me but I'd rather pay to do yoga at a studio rather then going to a vet center.

try yoga

Do they ask for you to submit your notes?

Thanks, I have premium and checked out the blue button the other day. Not much there as of now.

Remembering things is a huge problem for me. Example: I'll have a flashback of a forgotten event. The next day I wont remember what the flashback was about nor do I want to remember. I guess I'll have to start writing stuff down. Thanks

Where do you get the c&p results from? From release of information at the VA or online somewhere?

The news of this C&P comes with joy and fear. I have been waiting a LOOOONG time for this appointment but I understand its going to suck, a lot. It already sucks and now I have to drive on a Army base which will bring back memories that have left my mind. Any words of wisdom from anyone who just went through this?

I read these posts for hope on day.

Sorry but I didn't know where to ask this question. I'm going to try out living in the Philippines and need to know what I should send the VA. I have a P.O. box in the states that I'm going to use as my mailing adress(sister checks it). But my physical adress will be in the Philippines. So hopefully if I have an appointment it can be taken care of in Manila. Cliffs: I'll have a mailing address and a physical address. How do I tell the VA this?

i understand i need more evidence....thats my problem. if i were to get a IMO on my conditions that will take some time .i really screwed up by not being active in this but what should i do with my board hearing on oct 19? reschedule or show up and give them a buddy letter or 2.

sinusitis/rhinitis/allergies- not service connected, not incurred/caused by service. pretty much when any of my conditions are denied the reason is that its not service connected. i have a buddy letter from my platoon medic stating that i went to him for back pain and coughing.

i forgot today is columbus day........i went to the va and it was empty with half the lights off, kinda creepy. i will go there tomorrow to look at the rating decision.