Nod Or A Reconsideration

[hmcquade]

Would like some input. I have discussed the fact my claim for PAD secondary to my SC DM II was denied based on no nexus, lack of medical support of the claim.

I was going to file a NOD, a DAV SO at the Saginaw VA Hospital advised me to file a reconsideration with new medical evidence to support a Nexus, he stated it would be process faster than a NOD.

If I file a reconsideration will I get retro pay from the original claim date or will it be a new claim? I have one year from the date of the denial to file.

I am trying to get this all sorted out in my mind and make the best decision.

Thanks,

Hugh

Edited June 10, 2014 by hmcquade

[vern2]

From what vern posted they went the 'DRO de novo route'

(DRO DeNovo Review)

which is entirely different than requesting and scheduling a DRO Hearing.

true, because I had N& ME for the DRO review. I would never file a NOD unless I noticed that VA had either overlooked evidence that already in c-file, OR I had supporting evidence not a matter of record. READ YOUR DENIAL NARRATIVE, ESPECIALLY THE LIST OF EVIDENCE THAT VA USED IN MAKING THEIR DECISION! Sometimes we have to play catch-up, due to what is stated in denial letter.

[pitt]

i read all of the posts, but am still confused. if the bva denied the claims, but made errors in dates and other evidence do i file for motion to reconsider or notice of disagreement? do i sent it to bva ? i dont want to go thru the regional office i think they are the ones who messed up all the paperwork that went to the bva. suggestions on what to do? i need to do something if i decide to get an attorney.

[knap-sack]

My ptsd kicked in hard on what should I do they gave me 10% on a cliam I filed. My problem is what was said by the attorney there is no cfr on a reconsideration. Then after doing all the doctors appointments and getting my cliam together and gathering evidence that was in my denial I read the instructions on the cliam they gave me 10% on. There it is in black and white how to proceed with a nod if you disagree. I followed va instructions to tee. I sent a nod because it sucks doing this paperwork. I only have until May to file nod si did it now. I dont after worry every day if I should file a nod. I did it and it feels good that I did it the way they want it done. If I would have known then what I know today. I doubt I would have to file a nod. I believe my nod will come out in my favor. I gathered exactly what I should have sent on initial cliam. I did not what I was doing then. The vso gave suggestions but I had to do the work. I believe right now I will get excactly what I asked for. Because I sent in previous judgements of awards of my excact injuries. I know what I am entitled. I asked for specific percentage. Its out of my hands I did a nod.