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When I filed my initial claim for DMII the DAV SO ask for my doctor's name and phone number. The claim was denied as they did not seek the medical records as there was no address. I went back to the DAV SO and she filed a NOD. Received a call today from the DAV SO and was told that it could take up to 2 years. Should this been filed as a CUE, as it was just a clear error and mostlu on my part. Or, can we only file a CUE when the VA makes a mistake?

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I think the fault here lies with your DAV guy. You always have to supply the name and address of your doctor that you want the VA to contact for information. Papa, if you are a RVN vet I don't think this thing should take long if you have current diagnosis of DMII. It took me about 9 months from the time I filed until the time I was awarded SC for DMII. If you claimed DMII all you need is to go for a C&P exam. Do you have any current VA medical records that DX DMII? Your DAV VSO dropped the ball. I would drop him/her. DMII for RVN vets is just a slam/dunk if you have the diagnosis. The only question would be your rating. Be sure to include any secondary conditions from the DMII. Even the DAV should not be able to blow a RVN DMII rating.

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My denial was July 22, 2009, and submitted the NOD on August 22, 2009. A DRO will handle my appeal, is this good or bad?

I also sent the VA more evidence and copies to the DAV SO. I think I learned my lesson.

Has anyone had any luck connecting over-eating with PTSD, and therefore becoming morbid obese?

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Has anyone had any luck connecting over-eating with PTSD, and therefore becoming morbid obese?

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Has any doctor of yours stated in writing that your obesity

is secondary to your PTSD ?

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Carlie,

To be honest, not at this time. I can not count on my primary doctor as he believes that we should just get over our PTSD. I have done research through the internet, and there is a connection. I strongly feel that PTSD is responsible for my over-eating and obesity, now, I just have to prove it.

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You might have better luck showing that the medication the VA has supplied you caused the weight gain. Many anti depressants cause increase in appetite and hunger

Veterans deserve real choice for their health care.

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