I Was Told........

[usmcpitboy]

Im in the process of getting my VA disability taken care of. I was told that I should also file for SSD. Dont I havent to be like 65 or something for that? I have no clue how it works. If some one could guide me to who to talk with to get my SSD started that would be awesome. And also explain a little what it is and all. Thanks!!

[john999]

Once you get SSD you get medicare and that gives you some place to go besides the VAMC.

[LarryJ]

Yup. John's right.

I've got the VA (and they are really good for such things as primary care, check-ups, pharmacy (even though I bitch a lot about the pharmacy, they still are good to me), orthopedic appliances, flu shots, and, if you take some over-the-counter meds (like Sudafed for your allegies, etc.).

Then, to really make sure I've got all my bases covered, I've got my Medicare Advantage program (I'm 62 y.o. and have had Medicare since I was found disabled by the SSA in 2002, when I was 56).

So, I can either use the VA or, I can go to a private medico, hospital, etc.

The VA is great if, for example, you are traveling and need something. I was in Murfreesboro, TN, a couple months ago, and had trouble with my leg brace........bingo, fixed!

[usmcpitboy]

Yup. John's right.

I've got the VA (and they are really good for such things as primary care, check-ups, pharmacy (even though I bitch a lot about the pharmacy, they still are good to me), orthopedic appliances, flu shots, and, if you take some over-the-counter meds (like Sudafed for your allegies, etc.).

Then, to really make sure I've got all my bases covered, I've got my Medicare Advantage program (I'm 62 y.o. and have had Medicare since I was found disabled by the SSA in 2002, when I was 56).

So, I can either use the VA or, I can go to a private medico, hospital, etc.

The VA is great if, for example, you are traveling and need something. I was in Murfreesboro, TN, a couple months ago, and had trouble with my leg brace........bingo, fixed!

thanks for the info. About how long does it take before I start seeing funds? Things are getting really tight around here since I cant work and a baby on the way isnt helping things much either. Ive already learned a ton more on this site than I have from asking the VA questions. Thanks again Everyone!!