Military Pay In Lieu Of Compensation

[Guest]

Here's the details: I currently have a claim in with the VA. This claim is an appeal to my original rating. I just checked it on ebenefits; its under a pending decision approval. However, a new claim has been opened up, today, stating: "Military pay in lieu of compensation" This is current as of today. I think that is what the VA decided on my current claim which is still in a pending decision approval. Can someone tell me what does this Military Pay in lieu of compensation means? It also states it will take 95 to 138 days to process. Thank You

Edited March 28, 2012 by Guest

[Guest]

Worst case scenario I will do it myself. However, I feel more comfortable if I have some help at the process. Is it simply filing out the forms and they gather all the evidence and then I wait for a decision? But given your time line it seems to be more than that. Or is it easier than what it seems. I think I have an excellent case to present to the PDRB or I wouldn't waste anyone's time doing the process.

Edited April 10, 2012 by Guest

[justrluk]

Update: I just checked my mail and the VA sent me a letter stating it will take 251.00 out of my compensation each month until 4/1/2021 which begins 7/01/2012. It sounds like there really isn't a push to get the severance pay repaid ASAP. It sounds like the VA knows they are screwing us over too. I mean, when you owe Uncle Sam money, US don't care. He will get his money at ALL costs. However, 9 years to pay back 26K to me is a long time. I was prepared to not have any payment for the next 2.5 years until this thing was completely paid off. I was kind of shocked they are giving me until 4/2021 to pay this back. However, I think the military should be held accountable and that is the reason for my PDRB. I feel there is an injustice by not telling military folks up front BEFORE they sign their severance papers. Something that important needs to be mentioned. At the time you are blind and have no clue whats going on. They just told me look over it and told me if I agree with the findings to sign. Im just saying though that there is an injustice and hopefully the PDRB will see it too. If not it's ok. I learned a long time ago don't depend on nobody but yourself.

Once the VA and DFAS link your severance being paid, they are supposed to take it from you Mil retirement NOT the VA comp. I've been trying to get then to talk, but as of today have not been successful. I also received a copy of my retired pay notice (monthly statement). I'm not supposed to be getting anything as I don't think I qualify for CRDP. Therefore, the severance should be deducted from the retirement check I'll never see. I'm more interested that they stop taking $$ out of my VA comp.

[Rusty Shackelford]

Help and guidance is appreciated.

I Just submitted my PDRB packet and receive a letter stating please wait 12 to 15 Months which is fine I am use to waiting.
I am a 35 yr old Veteran and was injured which led to my discharge. I recieved a MEB rating in 2003 at 20% and after the Army losing my VA paper work LOL! The VA rated me at 70%.

A MEB laywer very famliar with the PDRB saidthat my case was an open and shut case and that the Military would just match my VA rating. Is this true will the military just match the VA? What possible problem could I face? Are there any obstacles do I need to be aware of? Has anyone been through this process and had a favorable outcome? Thank you for your time.

[Tbird]

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[justrluk]

The PBDR MAY match your VA rating on the items for which you were discharged; they're both using the VASRD to rate your issues. The MIL side will re-evaluate the rating you received, but in most cases they do not match the VA rating. Mine did not, nor have several of those I have chatted with since my PBDR results. I only increased 10%, but it was enough to push me over the minimum 30% to be considered retired. The issues rated by the VA were rated much higher than the same issue rated by the PBDR. Also, their decision is final and there is no appeal. The PBDR looks at the VASRD and that's about it. The VA looks at the VASRD and how the disability has impacted your life. Two different approaches to the same issue. I was satisfied with my results, but still don't receive any $$ from the military retirement. The pay pretty much goes to settle the severance loan (if it were really severance pay, I wouldn't have to pay it back!), so I'm OK with the fact that they no longer decrement my VA comp to cover the severance loan.

Best of luck!