ptsd Decision Time Frame On Claims?

[jhman]

My claim has been in for over 10 months, was wondering time from of others with similar claims. I have not heard a word. VA Pyhc Dr dianosed me with ptsd from in-service stressers during visits . Does anyone know if they can make a decision from this or have to have C and P exam? Thanks for any input.

[manning01]

Currently at 18 Months for my initial claim and still waiting.

[#1Cavtrooper]

I filed my claim Jan 2011, first C&P was July 2011, second (which was my last C&P) was Nov 2011. It was for Ptsd and Mdd and was r'cd back at Varo (Houston) on Dec 5 and claim went to Preparation for decision/Rater on Dec 14, 2011. I have 7 contentions and Tdiu. The waiting is miserable for everyone unfortunately...but hang in there :)

Edited March 3, 2012 by #1Cavtrooper

[jhman]

"My claim has been in for over 10 months, was wondering time from of others with similar claims. I have not heard a word. VA Pyhc Dr dianosed me with ptsd from in-service stressers during visits . Does anyone know if they can make a decision from this or have to have C and P exam? Thanks for any input."

The way you posted this makes me want to ask questions. Having a VA Shrink diagonse you is good but is not a claim. I've never seen PTSD award unless you had a C & P. Question did you really file a claim & if so what have you done to follow up on it? Most people in my vet group get claim in under year & had C & P after 6 or 7 months. Unless you have a stressor that has to be verified & that's the hold up I dont understand not hearing anything.

Yep..I filed a claim..your probably right, stresser might be holding thing up. Just thought I would hear something by now. Ill call the iris # soon.. Thanks

[UsmcSGTVet]

17 months and still waiting. TDIU claim been with Rating activity since September 23, 2011. Pittsburgh RO. Hang in there!