New C&P?

[DevilDog12]

I am rated at 0% for Restless Leg Syndrome.  I recently filed an appeal to have that increased.  Will they request a new C&P, or just go with evidence I provided?

[raidertone]

Can't say for sure. However when I asked for an increase in my ratings they were quick to send me to new c&p's.

[Guest]

Anything is possible with VA but you will most likely have to have a new C & P exam.  The new exam should cover both you and VA.  If VA grant or deny your claim without a C & P exam they know that this is grounds for an appeal.

4.1   Essentials of evaluative rating.

This rating schedule is primarily a guide in the evaluation of disability resulting from all types of diseases and injuries encountered as a result of or incident to military service. The percentage ratings represent as far as can practicably be determined the average impairment in earning capacity resulting from such diseases and injuries and their residual conditions in civil occupations. Generally, the degrees of disability specified are considered adequate to compensate for considerable loss of working time from exacerbations or illnesses proportionate to the severity of the several grades of disability. For the application of this schedule, accurate and fully descriptive medical examinations are required, with emphasis upon the limitation of activity imposed by the disabling condition. Over a period of many years, a veteran's disability claim may require re-ratings in accordance with changes in laws, medical knowledge and his or her physical or mental condition. It is thus essential, both in the examination and in the evaluation of disability, that each disability be viewed in relation to its history.

Edited January 15, 2016 by pete992

[DevilDog12]

My claim went to Prep for Decision phase today.  No new c&p.  Is this a quick denial?