tdiu Claim Worked From Afar....

[SueEdel]

I received a call today from the VA in North Dakota. Apparently someone there working my case which normally is handled in Cleveland area. Very nice, polite--just had some questions. They state they did not receive info from one doctor (which I mailed myself signature required). I mailed two packages--one from each doctor on July 6. They were signed for on in Cleveland at VA July 10. Good news is that they did not misplace the larger of the two (218 pages). VA rep told me that I now have 3 binders of documents. I made copies of the document they were missing (2nd time this happened this claim) and mailed it again--signature required.

He also asked about me applying for unemployability when I was still working. I told him I am working 10 hours per week in a family business which is a sheltered environment-so I still qualify--as I would not otherwise be working. He was unaware of that concept and said he would have to talk to a rater. They will be sending my employer a form to fill out.

I also see on e-benefits they are requesting info from social security. I assume that is for a close end claim I had with SSI from the 1990s.

Anyhow--they interrupted my day--I handled the BS, post office mailing, and at least I know that my claim is actually getting some attention--even if it is in North Dakota. Anyone else find claims are being processed out of state?

[SueEdel]

Took them about 20 minutes tops. Also did only 2 blood pressure readings. She stated that I am supposed to take one sitting, one standing and one laying down however because the BP cuff is connected to the wall and will not reach if you are laying down---we will only do the sitting and standing deal.

[harleyman]

Took them about 20 minutes tops. Also did only 2 blood pressure readings. She stated that I am supposed to take one sitting, one standing and one laying down however because the BP cuff is connected to the wall and will not reach if you are laying down---we will only do the sitting and standing deal.

Well that is not so good because the RO needs 3 readings to rate the claim. They, the VA Medical Center or the examiner, is supposed to take three readings. It is really spelled out as 3 readings each day on three different days. Like that is going to happen. They really need to change the CFR / M21-MR for hypertension. It should be HTN is 10% if taking medication and then go up from there, if additional medication is needed or if meds don't control the blood pressure for either diastolic or systolic. This is just plain stupid not to perform the required readings,especially after driving so far.