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My claim was closed after just 90 days under the BBD program. I was shocked that it was that quick.
Claim started in Winston-Salem and moved to St. Pete.Date of retirement: 31 May 13
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Thanks to all of you. I received my Big White Envelope.
AICD/Cardiomyopathy - 100%
Proteinuria and hypertension - 60%
Sleep Apnea - 50%
Diabetes mellitus type II and ED - 20% (it did not say anything about SMC-K, I'm going to check on this.)
Gout - 20%
Tinnitus - 10%
Shoulders/Knees/Patellofemoral syndrome with brace - 10%
Just waiting on my dependents to be added. If forget to provide the total number of times my spouse has been married...only one time. Also, I have to provide my daughters school info. Now, I need to do some research on the following statement "We granted entitlement to SMC effective 1 June 13 because you are housebound."Once again, thanks for all the advice that this forum offers.
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Question...I just received my fedx package for my QTC appointments. Is it normal to get scheduled for a Echocardiogram exam since I already have a AICD for Cardiomyopathy? I have had it for 3 years, implanted while on active duty. Effective retirement date is 1 Jun 13.
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Using the Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD), to file my VA claim on 2 Jan 13 for an Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (2010), Obstructive sleep apnea with CAP, Diabetes mellitus type II., Nonischemic dilated cardiomyopathy with history of congestive heart failure. All the mentioned issues were taken directly from my last MEB paper, but I was returned to duty. I am retiring from the Air Force after 25 years, now the waiting game begins. This site is a wealth of information. Thanks.
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I got it...thanks. Hopefully I do not have to go back and forth with the VA over this. Thanks.
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Is there anyone out here that have gotten out within the last 2 years that has gotten approved for 100% for an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator. I'm still on active duty and retiring in 6 months. I have inquired before, but, I'm confused. Help.
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Jazz 991-I suggest you ask this in the Claims Research forum.
Your profile says no SC percentage yet.
The ratings are determined by the VA Schedule of Ratings here at hadit on the main forum page.
Are you the same vet who was facing an MEB situation sometime ago?
What was the result of that?
Correct, the MEB came back with a return to duty but I now have a DC of 7020 from the MEB for Cardiomyopathy with a AICD.
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I'm happy to post that my husband's recent 60% rating for IHD was increased to 100% following the C&P exam.
Our VSO said, the C&P exam immediately following a "clear evidence" rating of 60% was a first for him. It worked in our favor since the AICD implant wasn't implanted until after the claim was filed. Along with the 100% was also declared P&T, so hopefully this means no C&P exams. Good Luck to each and everyone of you contending for what you so rightfully deserve, and thank you for your service!
Vetswife
Congrats. Was the AICD rated at 100%?
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An implanted ACID or defibrulator is an automatic 100 percent rating regardless of the ejection fraction.
J
Does anyone know if this is correct? I have a implanted ACID, SC and still on active duty.
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If I'm reading it correctly, it's a 100%. But I could be wrong, I have answered the questions that you posed and that's the answer that I came up with. Thanks.From reading 38 CFR 3.303(a) http://www.benefits....ART3/S3_303.DOC my condition is service connected. My ACID was implanted due to Cardiomyopathy, which is DC 7020. So, correct me if I'm wrong, I'll be evaluated under DC 7020-7011. Thanks for leading me down the right path. I'm just trying to figure this all out. Because, from reading 7011 about ACID's it states that it's a 100% rating.
7011 Ventricular arrhythmias (sustained):
For indefinite period from date of hospital admission for initial evaluation
and medical therapy for a sustained ventricular arrhythmia, or; for
indefinite period from date of hospital admission for ventricular
aneurysmectomy, or; with an automatic implantable Cardioverter-
Defibrillator (AICD) in place........................................................................... 100
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I'm not trying to be evasive but rather (somewhat and hopefully at that) instructive .... answer these questions and you'll have your answer:
1. When was the AICD implanted? (yeah. I know, on AD).
2. What does 38 CFR 3.303(a) http://www.benefits....ART3/S3_303.DOC have to say? ________________________
3. What does DC 7011 38 CFR 4.104 http://www.benefits....ART4/S4_104.DOC . ____________________________
You've never stated why the AICD was implanted, that is, your underlying medical condition. So, I'm just going to babble that the diagnostic code used to evaluate YOUR condition may be an "analogous" code. Presuming your underlying condition was AV Block (DC 7015) and the treatment was the AICD, you'd be evaluated under DC 7015-7011.
From reading 38 CFR 3.303(a) http://www.benefits....ART3/S3_303.DOC my condition is service connected. My ACID was implanted due to Cardiomyopathy, which is DC 7020. So, correct me if I'm wrong, I'll be evaluated under DC 7020-7011. Thanks for leading me down the right path. I'm just trying to figure this all out. Because, from reading 7011 about ACID's it states that it's a 100% rating.
7011 Ventricular arrhythmias (sustained):
For indefinite period from date of hospital admission for initial evaluation
and medical therapy for a sustained ventricular arrhythmia, or; for
indefinite period from date of hospital admission for ventricular
aneurysmectomy, or; with an automatic implantable Cardioverter-
Defibrillator (AICD) in place........................................................................... 100
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So, do you think that this means I will be eligible to recieve a 100% rating due to my implantable Cardioverter- Defibrillator?
I'm still on active duty in the Air Force and had a MEB and was returned to duty. I received a DC of 7020 from the MEB and had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator installed. My cardiologist says it's service connected. Your thoughts?
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Ah, it's much easier to make a decision with just that wee bit more information.
So, do you think that this means I will be eligible to recieve a 100% rating due to my implantable Cardioverter- Defibrillator?
I'm still on active duty in the Air Force and had a MEB and was returned to duty. I received a DC of 7020 from the MEB and had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator installed. My cardiologist says it's service connected. Your thoughts?
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Not necessarily. Cardiomyopathy itself is not service connectable and thus not a ratable condition. However, cardiomyopathy is a symptom of many other heart conditions.
So, what is the cause of your cardiomyopathy? Is the cause related to your military service, either on a direct or presumptive basis?
So, if the cause of your cardiomyopathy is found to be related to your military service, yes.... an AICD warrants a 100% evaluation.
I'm still on active duty in the Air Force and had a MEB and was returned to duty. I received a DC of 7020 from the MEB and had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator installed. I believe this is service connectable.
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So, if my implantable Cardioverter- Defibrillator was placed in because of Cardiomyopathy. Does that still mean I will recieve a 100% rating?
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So, if my implantable Cardioverter- Defibrillator was placed because of Cardiomyopathy. Does that still mean I will recieve a 100% rating?
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What does your "personnel office" advise you?
I was told to wait till I have about 6 months before getting out.
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I just had my implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) surgery done last week. After I go through my recovery period, I'll be facing a MEB. From what I've been hearing I'll be receiving a 100% disability rating? Can I apply for my benifits before I retire, because I'm retirement eligible also? Thanks for all the advice.
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Thanks to all of you. Looks like I'll be getting that 100%. I just want to be able to go out and get another job.
Dont worry about it.
the Defibrulator is the key and you will be considered P and T as it will not get any better unless you have a heart transplant.
Enjoy your retire
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Can anyone explain Combat-Related Special Compensation to me? For example, is it based on your overall va rating? Or, for only the injuried knee etc, not for the overall rating? Thanks in advance.
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That's good to here. I'm still on active duty and after the surgery I'll be facing a MEB. The good thing is that I'm already over 20 yrs in the AF. I'm going to sit back and see how things play out. Thanks......
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I have a implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) surgery date for Jun 10. Hopefully I have been reading the DC's correct. I think I'll be receiving a 100% disability rating? Am I correct? If so, do I have to go through C&P yearly? Any advise.......thanks everyone.
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Hello, I have the below problem and was told that I might face a MEB board. My ejection fraction at first was 18% and now it's 25%. I'm going to have a implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) placed in my chest in Jun 10. Correct me if I'm reading this the wrong what. Is the below stating that a person with a automatic implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (AICD) in place, receives a 100% disability rating?
7011 Ventricular arrhythmias (sustained):
For indefinite period from date of hospital admission for initial evaluation and medical therapy for a sustained ventricular arrhythmia, or; for indefinite period from date of hospital admission for ventricular aneurysmectomy, or; with an automatic implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (AICD) in place 100 %
7020 Cardiomyopathy:
Chronic congestive heart failure, or; workload of 3 METs or less results in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope, or; left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction of less than 30 percent 100 %
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