JuanP

Flores97 thank you! I got it! We are on it.

and not only does my claim NOT start til about 2010, the TDIU isn't filed until only about 3 yrs ago.

OK guys! --It's Juan. I have some internet today. But my access to a working compter, wifi and space to think and type will be rough on me for a bit. Today I'm lucky. And I'm lucky to have yall, thank you. I'm in California, for a bit of a time to learn how to treat myself properly, without painkillers, or mood stabilizers. With only cannabis. So i dont have access to my records and my wife and I are trying to patch this together and hopefully get it put through. Short synopsis is that my case was back on remand after a positive decision by the bva connecting my spine. 60% Regional then Lost my case for a yr and a half. They got moving when I reminded them they had my case. I filed a 5103 and I expected a decision in about 30 days. They scheduled a host of C&P exams, those went ok I felt. I have not submitted these new forms that the VA is now asking for. But the reality is the jobs they are asking for were from about 2005-2009. My claim doesn't even start til 2010. I wasn't working at the time. and to top it off, every on of the companies are now closed. So my thought is to inform them of the last, print proof and submit it. Thoughts? I called (someone), and they say that my case is NOW in the decision phase. (if that has any bearing) Thank you all for your help on this.

Hello everyone. I am Juans's wife. He currently does not have computer access and cannot read or write on the message boards from his phone and will have limited access for the next several months. We received a letter asking for form 21-4192 from last employers. Firstly, all the previous employers are no longer in business so it is virtually impossible to get anything. Secondly, they should have had all this a long time ago because he submitted documents from the previous employers that he was not injured during any of those jobs. I thought the last request for documents was the final one and they were supposed to provide a decision in 30 days. I do not know what to do at this point to help get or keep this moving and I am stuck and feel helpless. Any help that anyone can give me would be much appreciated as it appears they are trying to screw us yet again. My Sincerest thanks, Chastity

I'm sorry I didn't get back to you Tyr, I kinda shut down and could do nothing. I left it much to the fates and completed my C&P Exams today. I had filled out my 5103, which by the way, said that it could be turned in anytime within 1 yr., so, deadline averted even though I think they may say its 2 days late. I haven't forgotten they should've had this done 18 months ago. They can wait two days! At any rate, I felt like these C&P Exams which were a 3rd party contracted medical group in Tampa, went pretty good. My gut feeling is that the Physician's were fair, and neutral. I need to decompress for a few days or so, but I'll write about that if there is interest.

Okay, thank you all.

This is my situation: But, the St Pete VARO sent me requests for more ROI authorization signatures. But I have already sent in my 5103. Do I still have to send in more ROI's? If so, I have no idea for what who or when to authorize them for. Another issue, is out of the blue, this C&P Contractor company QTC Medical Services Informed me yesterday that I will have 3 C&P Exams next week ( Dec 5,6th). Two of which are in Tampa. For someone who has serious issues with stress and anxiety, thats like getting hit with a ton of bricks. lol Seriously though, the ROI thing is bugging me, I don't know what info they are still looking for, and they want the signature by a Dec 4th deadline. I have sent in my 5103 with a list of all the evidence they have and I gently reminded them that they ALREADY had a TDIU from me from a couple years ago. I asked them to let me know if they lost anything else. any input would be appreciated.

Thanks guys for the advice. Andyman73 It seems like we just go to the eBenefits website and submit the FDC (fully developed claim ) intent, because I have not filed one yet My issue, currently, is that my case was remanded from the BVA after they found in my favor for my neck condition. So it was hung up for the last 18 months, now I have reminded them they got work to do on my PTSD claim and some secondary issues. In the mean time, my ROM had gotten worse, which would change my percentage significantly. on it own. So I don't want to screw the timing on that other stuff up by re-starting a "new claim" and to top all that off, I have to submit an 1151 for dental work caused by the meds. ---with this, I am just submitting, while hoping it will not affect my case decision by the RO.

OK guys, something new with this I guess. I was going through my medical records and it seems my PT ROM measurements last December would have basically qualified me for an increase. My cervical Flexion ROM is 10% Extension 5% R S/B 5% L S/B 5% R rotation 20% and L rotation at 20%. So now that I know this, how do I inform them of it and request that THAT be addressed as well? Man, smh, I'm a mess!! lol

....if the new information warrants it? I just noticed something about my case, medical records. Last December I was in PT due to increased pain. And the sessions ended with new range of motion testing that clearly were much worse than before. Meaning that my condition has gotten worse since my C & P exams a couple yrs ago. Shouldn't that have triggered an increase in %?

OK Berta, thank you. So I am going to reply back with the list of evidence they already have. AND add in the 1151 for the dental stuff. Very good. as always, I appreciate you!!!

And their Letter came today. And go figure, they are asking for more evidence. I submitted a nice neat little repackage of everything 18 months ago. I do not believe there has been anything new to add. Just continuing treatment notes. However, now I have dental effects that I'm affraid to submit due to the way they recycle the start time on your claim each time you give them something new. Anyway, attached is the meet of what they sent me. Redacted VARO October 28 communication.docx

The latest ISIS reply came on Friday of last week, It appears if they are on it and so I''m guessing I should wait and let this play out? Here is the meat: Your claim dated December 22, 2013 has been established and is being processed. A letter dated October 28, 2016 has been sent to your address of record regarding your claim. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Our records show that you do not have a Veterans Service Organization to assist you wil VA matters. We recommend that you appoint a Veterans Service Organization moving forward. For more information, "google" Veterans Service Organizations in your county. Thank you for contacting us. If you have questions or need additional help with the information in our reply, please respond to this message or see our other contact information below. Sincerely yours, RO Director VA Regional Office EF

So my understanding of the last IRIS reply is that now they are aware there are open issues, so it will be reviewed to see what is happening. Is that what they are saying?

I emailed him back and directed him to the place in the decision that I have attached above. here's his reply: We have forwarded a request for information to your Regional Office (RO) regarding the additional conditions you submitted for consideration, including Individual Unemployability (IU), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), acquired psychiatric disorder, and additional contentions. They will research this issue further and respond to you directly regarding their findings. Thank you for contacting us. If you have questions or need additional help with the information in our reply, please respond to this message or see our other contact information below. So It looks like the wheels are turning.

My relevant BVA decision on this is attached And here is the reply: A review of your online records indicates your appeal is complete. VA has made a decision on your appeal and a packet of detailed information explaining your decision was sent on June 18, 2015. If you have not received this letter and would like us to mail you a copy, please respond to this inquiry letting us know you would like us to mail a copy to you. If this does not cover the scope of your request, please respond to this message and clarify what it is you are requesting. You may also contact us at the toll-free number listed below. Thank you for contacting us. If you have questions or need additional help with the information in our reply, please respond to this message or see our other contact information below. Sincerely yours, C. Boyd National IRIS Response Center Manager mmv Pages 6 and 7 2015 BVA C-Spine remand for PTSD and secondary conditionns.pdf

Navy4Life, wow! So this is recent and fresh for you then? You gotta be riding high right now. Congratulations. Fingers crossed.

OK, I got the email sent off. And the clock begins. one week. Thanks BroncoVet!

Well, BroncoVet, the Email function is still down inside the eBenefits website. So I'm still waiting. Is there a way for me to email them from a regular email account? and how are ya Basser??!!!! yeah man things are ok. Obviously this is a rough process, that being said, I haven't been able to force myself to deal with them any more, but the immediate issues were solved and I have settled down now and I'm rolling my sleeves back up. I'll be asking some questions to help my nephew out as well.

That's really really messed up BroncoVet, yet another reminder. Thank you for your help on this. They're having issues with the eBenefits site, but I finally got on, and now the "Create message" function doesn't work. So I'll keep trying. Thanks again. I'll report back.

wow, ok! Fantastic! So bad that I am not the only person with this issue.

That was the successful conclusion of my case........ but it wasn't. As it turns out, they remanded a bunch of stuff back to the Regional office. They ruled on my Spine (cervical) in my favor. In the ruling, they remanded the Psych claim along with most of my secondary conditions back to Regional office. and here we are almost 2 yrs later and I have heard nothing...... Any thoughts?

Berta you rock!! Thank you. I'll get over there and check it out there's so much info to take in now......

Yes, I had an exam yesterday. crowns, root canals, etc. All from grinding teeth as well as dry mouth. Both caused by meds (pains killers and mood stabilizers). The bill is going to be around $8000. So yeah, I want to see if the VA pays in this case. Thank you

Sorry for the confusion Buck, yes, I think this is my question. " or are you asking if the meds you take from VA caused your present dental problem and you want to file a claim for that to be compensated as to a secondary claim? " I thought, that the prevailing rule was that if treatment by the va methods cause harm, then the va is responsible for that as well. If I understand you correctly, you are saying that I have to go through the claims process for that, right?