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I have been diagnosed with depression by my VA PCP and referred to a Social Worker with the same diagnosis. I was sent to pain management class which I have completed and now I have been referred to a Behavior Activation for Depression and Anxiety Class which I am now attending. The Psychologist stated this class is for us to change our behavior how we deal with pain. I want to file a claim for depression secondary to pain. My question do I need to wait for a diagnosis from a Psychiatrist before I file my claim
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No. You dont need to wait to file. File now. The sooner you file the sooner your benefits can start. They MAY start later than the date you apply if the doctor gives a different date he says your
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Some great information above. JMO,I think the PCP's now don't likem to fil out the DBQ's They may have use to do it but if you can get yours to fill it out hell yes please do. I ask m
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