tdiu Do I File Nod For Dro Decision Or Bva?

[Adrianaj]

A little background before I get started. I filed for compensation for my lower back condition back in 2009 and was subsequently denied. Then I applied again with new evidence and was denied again because the VA stated that my condition was not service connected and no evidence was in my SMR. I was awarded other service connected disabilities and others denied. Anyway, I appealed the denial of service connection for my back and requested a DRO to review my case. I went to my hearing in April of this year and was approved for service connection at 10%. She stated that she is not sure why they denied my claim because all of the evidence showed that I was clearly service connected. Keep in mind that I brought my own SMR to prove this during my hearing. This just tells me that they did not request it back in 2009 or review what I sent to them. So I disagree with the percentage I was rated by the DRO and I think it should be much higher. I am filing for TDIU for my migraines rated at 50% and my lower back. Should I file the NOD and the TDIU at the same time? Also do I file the NOD and request a DRO to review it again or file the NOD and ask for BVA review? Please help. Also I think that there could be a CUE for the effective date for my initial denial for my back. Not sure what to do next.

[Fat]

NOD

[SergeantQ]

Hello all, looks like I'm getting some movement in eBenefits. I emailed Allison hickey about my appeal on jan 29, 2015. A day later, I got a phone call and eBenefits movement. I'm trying not to get too excited since I was denied the first time but my question is... Does the bva have to review each claim separately? I have 3 n appeal. I'm seeing three different entries on this claim being in the hands of bva. Also do u think I'm close to completion?