tdiu I Called The 800 Number Today, Hope Info Was Good...

[acesup]

I called 1-800-827-1000 today to inquire about my claims, filed Oct. 2009. I filed for a number of things directly SC and secondary to my SC spine, including an increase for IVDS, OSA, radiculopathies, and some other stuff. I had what I think were outstanding Nexus letters from private doctors (mostly board-certified specialists) for much of this, and one from my Chiropractor regarding some spinal issues. I also re-filed for TDIU (had been denied awhile back.)

The guy really seemed sharp and friendly, and gave me the following info from notes on the computer system:

1. Development ended, claim went to RSVR (rater) early April, notes in system say it should be completed in 30 days

2. All necessary medical records, SSDI records, employer info have been received.

3. No General C&P is required

4. At least some items were deferred

5. He thinks I will hear from VARO within next couple of weeks, but if not, I should call again.

Now, I know the 800 number sometimes gives unreliable info, but I really felt this guy cared, and knew what he was doing.

If all he told me is true, I'm hopeful that the deferred items and the comment about no general C&P mean something good. I certainly don't think they would try to shoot me down on all counts with the evidence and Nexus letters I submitted.

Now, if everything he told me was actually a load of crap, at least I've had a great afternoon and evening optimistically contemplating the possibilities.

I guess I don't have much of any questions, but if anyone has any ideas about this, comments are welcome! Peace out, have a great night.

[LarryJ]

And, Peace Be Unto You, too, My Son. Now, go forth and sin no more!

[sawgunner]

LMAO at Larry!! :D

I have never called the number but I am tempted.

Allways been kinda afraid to. :D

[retiredat44]

I have bene totally freaking out waiting on my claim too, and am afraid to look in my mailbox each day.. my last action was the appela and was submitted October 2009. So, seeing as to how you are getting some news on movement, that is very encouraging..

Just waiting is very hard... it always is..

Letdowns are extremely devastating..

Whenever they send those letters asking if you have any more evidence to submit is encouraging, as the last time I got one of those was March 2010. I am scared to call and ask anyone, I don't want to jinx anything..

Just hearing your info and progress.. gives me hope, and probably other people too..

:D

[Sandra Williams]

Do not trust what you hear from any of the 800 numbers reps. They do not know squat about anything. You hear so many conflicting stories that it is unreal. I have been told that my claim was in authorization 2 years ago to a decision was made one year ago to it is still pending at the rating board this year. :D :o :D ;)

Legend: angry, OMG, What, WTH

[Berta]

I agree Sandra-

you have put that well-

A vet rep might have a leg up sometimes on the actual status of a claim but I always recall my former vet rep getting word that one of his claimants had gotten 100% and he called the vet right away with the good news- (The VA however had granted a NSC pension and not 100% SC comp)

This was not bad info from the VA- in this case the vet rep didn't know how to read the fax from the VA as to what the award was for. I reported this incident to his boss. It was disgraceful.

The vet got Nada due to his income re: the NSC pension but for a few days he thought he was expecting plenty of 100% retro $$$$.

[carlie]

1. Development ended, claim went to RSVR (rater) early April, notes in system say it should be

completed in 30 days

aces,

This 30 days is probably a control date that can be changed each month.

jmho,

carlie