C&p Question - Is Being Scheduled For A C&p A Good Thing?

[MarkInTexas]

I posted in a different thread my adventures/learning experiences so far in getting my first 2 C&P examinations scheduled. I went over two years before the VA finally scheduled them.

I at first believed that I had not been scheduled because I had quite a bit of medical record evidence, and had almost dismissed getting C&P examinations at all.

What I was wondering......is it a good thing that the VA decided to schedule me? And by this, I mean does it mean that they at least feel that there is enough evidence out there to double check instead of simply dismissing my claims?.....or is a bad thing?

I've read opinions of both on I posted in a different thread my adventures/learning experiences so far in getting my first 2 C&P examinations scheduled. I went over two years before the VA finally scheduled them.

I at first believed that I had not been scheduled because I had quite a bit of medical record evidence, and had almost dismissed getting C&P examinations at all.

What I was wondering......is it a good thing that the VA decided to schedule me? And by this, I mean does it mean that they at least feel that there is enough evidence out there to double check instead of simply dismissing my claims?.....or is it a bad thing?

Just wondering.....

Also, is it ok to bring documentation, and possibly paperwork that I generate with a list of my symptoms, etc. so that I don't forget something if the examiner asks?

What do you folks think?

Mark

Edited August 5, 2012 by MarkInTexas

[USMC5811]

I think this witness testimony at a hearing on 04/23/2012 hits the nail on the head in regards to C&P exams.

http://veterans.hous...r-walter-j-tafe

After reviewing numerous Appeal Cases I have noted that when a C&P was not requested by the VA or completed and the vet appeals - the board requires a C&P be completed in 9 out of 10 cases.

As for your question as to whether to bring documentation or not - Even though it stated on the C&P paperwork I received (QTC) "Please do not bring your medical records. The doctor will only review records the VA has already provided. If you have additional records related to your claim, please submit them directly to the VA". I brought medical documentation, a copy of my Military Health Records and private doctor records, to two of my C&P's - one doctor did not want to see them. The other doctor happily accepted my documentation to help answer a question he had and had no problems with me looking at my notes. I guess it just depends on the doctor you get, their attitude that day etc. I'm glad I brought them with me.

Edited August 5, 2012 by USMC5811