ptsd Ptsd Increase Denied

[usmcfigdaddy]

I filed my claim in 02/09 for PTSD and tinitis .I think in 9/09 I was awarded 50% PTSD and no mention of tinitus .Took hearing test in 10/09 denied tinitus .I have 2 PH from Nam and one was a head wound??VSO with MOPH said file NOD for increase on PTSD and tinitus.Filed in 01/10..Received denial 07/08/10 with no mention on tinitus issue.Letter from VA enclosed an VA form 9 and instructions.Contacted MOPH on advice..Says she is real busy..Has opening for an appointment in couple of weeks.Wants me to come see her.I live 85 miles away 170 round trip.Unemployed for over a year..Having lots of trouble with moods.Please advise...---...

[john999]

Maybe you can get fee base psychiatric care for the PTSD. You want to start a papertrail of treatment.

[usmcfigdaddy]

thanks John my 1st appointment with the srink is 7/20....I am grateful ..SEMPER FI

[Notorious Kelly]

USMCfigdaddy - I'm sorry you're having difficulties with the process; we can relate.

Did you submit new evidence with your appeal?

It's good to look over everything with fresh eyes and build a stronger case - maybe with physician/psychologist statements etc.

Any other afflictions/aggravations that may be piled on or secondary? It can help to look at posts of folks with the same ratings and see what they have; something may have been overlooked for you.

And ask if there's any way you can go someplace closer for psych treatment.

All the best and thank you for your service!

[usmcfigdaddy]

thanks Kelly and I haven't as yet filed an appeal..I wanted to regroup my thoughts and get some ideas for support of my claim

[carlie]

usmc,

You may want to check out the Vet Center nearest you.

http://www2.va.gov/directory/guide/vetcenter_flsh.asp

[usmcfigdaddy]

thanks carlie