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dittybopper
hey all,
Just got the word from my DAV Rep decixion was as follows 10% both knees (same as initial award in 2001) and a additional 10% each hip due to degenerative joint disease. I was denied on ankles and back as they feel back is due to arthritis and therefore not their issue. I know I have to file a NOD the question is How do I support the NOD as I know my knees are worse than they were years ago when I recieved my initial award. I am now in braces and a cane and have not worked since September as my Orthopedic Doctor feels I cannot do my job as a Mail Man with the conditions as they are. He believes that all issues including my back and ankles are associated with my knees. I need advice on which way to proceed. I know I will not be 100% as I am not in totally incapacitaed state however not being able to work tells me it iss more than a 10% each knee issue. My Orthopedic Doctor wants to do surgery but states success is 70% likely to be sucessful and 30% will do no good or make it worse. ANy suggestions how to proceede from here. I thank anyone in advance for their advice.
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