puppyduks Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I have an exam scheduled. The guy said it is a 4 hour exam. What will happen in the exam, and will it really be 4 hours, or is that just a "guesstimate"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 toddt Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 Depends on what you are claiming. If you are claiming a multitude injuries/symptoms/benefits then it could take that long. What will happen in the exam: The doctor/nurse/pa, etc. will have your claimed disabilities and will exam/question you for for each one according to the DBQ (Disability Questionnaire) for the particular disability you are claiming. The DBQ's can be viewed here: http://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/dbq_ListByDBQFormName.asp You will be ahead of the game if you study the DBQ(s) that are applicable to what you are claiming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Navy04 Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I really varies my friend, and I agree with all the advice given above. I had a ton of C&Ps over the last two weeks, a few lasted less than 30 minutes, but most were close to 2 hours. Good luck and keep us posted. 100% PTSD 100% Back 60% Bladder Issues 50% Migraines 30% Crohn's Disease 30% R Shoulder 20% Radiculopathy, Left lower 10% Radiculopathy, Right lower 10% L Knee 10% R Knee Surgery 2005&2007 10% Asthma 10% Tinnitus 10% Damage of Cranial Nerve II 10% Scars SMC S SMC K OEF/OIF VET 100% VA P&T, Post 911 Caregiver, SSDI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 raidertone Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 puppy I had a couple c&ps done in reference to gulf war illnesses in one sitting. They told me to allot 3- 4 hours for the exams but only lasted about 90 minutes, if that long. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 puppyduks Posted February 25, 2015 Author Share Posted February 25, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys (gals?). The exam just says "medical". I am claiming Fibromyalgia. The VA did the blood and x rays long ago, then sent me to VA neurologist who said it was Fibromyalgia with a possible Gulf War Illness Component. I am also claiming PTSD. I am a Desert Storm vet (gal). One of my symptoms is IBS so I was worried they would do a colonoscopy at the C&P. I would need to make arrangements for someone to drive me home if that was the case. The C&P paperwork was vague about whether I would need someone to drive me home, or if I would be okay to drive after the appointment. Edited February 25, 2015 by puppyduks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 tdubya82 Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 (edited) [deleted] Edited July 21, 2016 by tdubya82 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Navy04 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 They may not do a Colonoscopy on the spot, but a few weeks ago I had my Crohns Review, and a Doc and 2 interns did stick a camera in my rear while I was awake laying on my site. Not to comfortable that is for sure. 100% PTSD 100% Back 60% Bladder Issues 50% Migraines 30% Crohn's Disease 30% R Shoulder 20% Radiculopathy, Left lower 10% Radiculopathy, Right lower 10% L Knee 10% R Knee Surgery 2005&2007 10% Asthma 10% Tinnitus 10% Damage of Cranial Nerve II 10% Scars SMC S SMC K OEF/OIF VET 100% VA P&T, Post 911 Caregiver, SSDI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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