Hello All, I am new to this group and have found tons of useful information here.
I was denied service connection for an eye disease (retinitis pigmentosa) about 2 years ago. The denial stated that my disease is genetic and was not caused by my military service,. I felt frustrated, and let the appeal lapse. I have since met other vets with RP who have been awarded SC. So, I am going to try again.
I called my local rep, and he said he could re-open my case... I wasn't aware this could be done after the appeal period. I was planning to file myself this time, and starting a whole new case. I'm aware I would be giving up nearly two years of retro if I win. But, I feel I answered some questions poorly at my C&P, and would prefer a fresh start.
BTW, my eye disease causes tunnel vision and poor night vision. I have a copy of my C-file and have gone though my visual tests. I was never given visual field tests or night vision tests, so how could they prove I did not have this disease prior or during my TIS?
So my question is; Should I start a new claim or re-open if possible?
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Beachy
Hello All, I am new to this group and have found tons of useful information here.
I was denied service connection for an eye disease (retinitis pigmentosa) about 2 years ago. The denial stated that my disease is genetic and was not caused by my military service,. I felt frustrated, and let the appeal lapse. I have since met other vets with RP who have been awarded SC. So, I am going to try again.
I called my local rep, and he said he could re-open my case... I wasn't aware this could be done after the appeal period. I was planning to file myself this time, and starting a whole new case. I'm aware I would be giving up nearly two years of retro if I win. But, I feel I answered some questions poorly at my C&P, and would prefer a fresh start.
BTW, my eye disease causes tunnel vision and poor night vision. I have a copy of my C-file and have gone though my visual tests. I was never given visual field tests or night vision tests, so how could they prove I did not have this disease prior or during my TIS?
So my question is; Should I start a new claim or re-open if possible?
Thanks in advance,
Mike
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