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I have not had an active claim in 33 years, but started one about two weeks ago for IHD, PTSD. As much as I hate to admit it, I, like many others, was cowed by the VA and didn't want to disturb a 100% (TDUI) P&T rating by exposing it to reconsideration by making a new claim. That was stupid of me and I really regret having punked out. My initial rating was awarded, then CUE'd by a different RO which reversed the award; and then CUE'd again by a third RO which restored the rating. I have forgotten to send in the unemployment form a couple of times, but the rating hasn't ever been changed and i have never been paid less than the full amount each month. SSA followed the VA's actions of award, denial, award and I have received SSDI for the same amount of time.
I know the misery and upset this VA BS causes especially our newer generation of veterans. I have read many hadit comments over the years about just this issue. However, at 65 with the TDUI rating in effect continuously for 32 years with P&T in effect continuously for 27 years, I suppose I am safe.
I wrote a letter to VARO Phoenix (Certified Mail RRR) claiming service connected IHD and PTSD, and asked why inferred claims had not been opened by them when these conditions were reported and confirmed to them during an FTCA claim. I enrolled in eBenefits a few years ago and recently tried to "upgrade" the account online and over the phone, but cannot seem to get it accomplished. I use myHealthyvet quite often to order medication refills etc. I suppose my Mexican internet IP address could account for the online eBenefits upgrade failure, but my telephone is a US phone (Vonage). The only advice the person on the other end of the call could give me was to call Peggy. Peggy was of no help.
I am curious if a 2006 Dx (no formal claim or rating) would qualify for Nehmer processing. (which I don't understand at all)
The reason I am applying now is the possibility of the 100% + 60% SMC; and for reopening the window to get disabled veteran life insurance. I never knew either of these benefits was available until I read about them here. Thanks!
Anyone have any suggestions? I would like to receive eBenefits misinformation like everyone else. I feel sort of left out. (Attempt at humor.)
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