Dro Decision

[ddj6969]

I have 3 claims that are at the DRO process. 2 were, in my opinion, rock solid. I had medical reports while in and IMOs and VA docs saying that it was military related. The third was a long shot.

Today I get the white envelope and the long shot was not changed by the DRO which was kind of expected. The other 2 claims are not mentioned in the letter. Is this a good thing, could they be found in my favor, or I am looking to much into things?

I have sent IRIS asking them but they say your claim is at the DRO etc.

Thanks

James

[carlie]

I forgot to add that in the middle there is a section:

Issue

Evaluation of athletes foot currently evaluated as 0 percent disabling.

Again no mention of the tinnitus or frequent urination.

Thanks

James

ddj,

If you have a VSO, I would contact them in person.

If you live close enough to the RO, I would go there in person

and take a copy of your request for SC of "tinnitus or frequent urination",

and ask for something in writing regarding where these two issues stand.

If you don't live close enough to your RO to do this

then I would start with an IRIS request regarding these two issues.

I feel it is in your best interest to get something in writing from

the VA to AT LEAST show theses two issues are of record and/or still

under consideration and yet to be adjudicated, or that they have been denied.

In regards to:

"Decision

Evaluation of athletes foot, which is currently 0 percent disabling is continued.

Reason and Bases

We have subjected your case to a de novo review by a DRO and this decision is a result of that review.

Then talks about my IMO and the C&P exam which I do not disagree with."

1) In the SOC did the VA state what medical evidence would be needed to grant a rating higher than zero percent?

2) Do you have any medical evidence that would warrant a grant higher than zero percent?

If the answer to #2 above is NO, then the zero percent rating would be correct.

jmho,

carlie

[ddj6969]

Well I just spoke to the VA via 800# and was told that my tinnitus and frequent urination were at the ratings board. She said the claims were approved and are now being checked for accuracy.

She also said the athletes foot and the tinnitus/urinary frequency were handled seperately.

Thanks for all the help and I hope to hear something soon.

James

[Rob53]

I just received a rating for 0% for cirrhosis. based on I'm at 10% for HCV. I have copies of lesions on my liver. Varices GERD and Hypertension. Now if I send them the new evidence will they adjust the rating. or will I have to appeal the whole thing again? I can't under stand there reasoning other than they might not of had that information at the time of the rating. I will of course send a NOD. as well as the evidence. Is the VA broke?

[carlie]

I just received a rating for 0% for cirrhosis. based on I'm at 10% for HCV. I have copies of lesions on my liver. Varices GERD and Hypertension. Now if I send them the new evidence will they adjust the rating. or will I have to appeal the whole thing again? I can't under stand there reasoning other than they might not of had that information at the time of the rating. I will of course send a NOD. as well as the evidence. Is the VA broke?

Rob53,

Please start a new topic thread with your questions.

Thanks,

carlie