justrluk Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 So after all the years of working the VA claims as a part-time job, I received a call yesterday that my appeal/remand order was finally completed. He said the retro check should process within a few days. I was expecting a small percentage increase for the issue under appeal, but when I checked eBenefits this morning, I saw the new rating for the appealed issue: 100% (by itself). I then looked at my letters and saw the P&T box selected as 'Yes'. I'm still in shock. The retro wasn't what I thought it would be so I'll wait for the BBE to see the details. Also, judging by the new monthly compensation number, it looks like they are no longer recouping severance from my pay. Again, I'll have to wait for the BBE.Next to my family, this is one of the best Christmas gifts I have ever received. I cannot thank all of you here enough for encouragement and support through the hoops of fire that is the VA process for benefits. I really want to thank Carlie, Pete, GA poppa, Ms. Berta, Chuck and a host of others that my mind is racing far too fast to remember. Carlie practically walked me through the language needed to request P&T, but I never had to send the request. I talked the language as I went through each conversation and C&P exam. I can at least provide my kids with a college education and my wife with benefits should anything happen to me. I'll have to look at the full spectrum of benefits now that I'm P&T. I know GA offers an increased homestead exemption and disabled veteran plates for parking. I'm not sure what else is available and will search here (Hadit!) to find it.God bless to all, and Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Happy New Year to all my brothers and sisters here! FormerMember, Vync, ArNG11 and 4 others 7 Limbo is status quo for the VARO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadIt.com Elder Buck52 Posted December 24, 2015 HadIt.com Elder Share Posted December 24, 2015 (edited) CongratulationsGreat News and a great Christmas Present.Merry Christmas & a Happy Happy New Year to you and your FamilyEnjoy Buddy. &be safe .....................Buck Edited December 24, 2015 by Buck52 I am not an Attorney or VSO, any advice I provide is not to be construed as legal advice, therefore not to be held out for liable BUCK!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berta Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 This is superbly great news!!!!!Merry Christmas to you too and to everyone here and their families. GRADUATE ! Nov 2nd 2007 American Military University ! When thousands of Americans faced annihilation in the 1800s Chief Osceola's response to his people, the Seminoles, was simply "They(the US Army)have guns, but so do we." Sameo to us -They (VA) have 38 CFR ,38 USC, and M21-1- but so do we. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DICK HILL Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 Congratulations. Have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadrunner Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 Thumbs up. Great Christmas present. I know you'll have a Happy New Year now. Thanks to all who have served. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. Roadrunner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jefmil50 Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 Congratulations, and Merry Christmas to you and your family! USMC 79-85 100% P&T SMC R1 70% loss of use of right arm due to multiple sclerosis 100% suprapubic cystostomy due to multiple sclerosis 100% loss of use of both lower extremities due to multiple sclerosis 30% left upper extremity weakness 30% insomnia with hypersomnolence 10% neurogenic bowel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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