Timeframe Question (Step 5. Preparation for Decision)

[USMC06]

I filed a PSTD claim in April 2016 and it has moved to Step 5. Preparation for Decision. I am in Virginia so I am thinking the claim went to the Roanoke Office.  Does anyone have any idea how long the claim may take from here to finalize? 

 

Thanks for your time!

 

Respectfully,

USMC06

[USMC06]

I just got moved to Pending Decision Approval.  Now it says 3 weeks until final.  ..fingers crossed

[Vync]

2 hours ago, USMC06 said:

I just got moved to Pending Decision Approval.  Now it says 3 weeks until final.  ..fingers crossed

That is promising! Hoping you get some good news!

[USMC06]

Just moved to Preparation For Notification.  People are saying average of 3-10 days.  I am hoping for a fair raiting and that's it.  The Nerves are kicking in..

[USMC06]

they rated my ptsd  but I also had migraines, tenitus,hearing loss, deferred.  Does anyone have any experience in what happens with the deferred parts of the claim?

[Navy4life]

5 minutes ago, USMC06 said:

they rated my ptsd  but I also had migraines, tenitus,hearing loss, deferred.  Does anyone have any experience in what happens with the deferred parts of the claim?

Yes, I had my initial claim reviewed in June 2014 with contentions deferred.  It simply means your contentions are deferred for medical opinion.  This SHOULD be on your decision letter.

[USMC06]

Yes, I will read letter thoroughly once I receive it.   Ebennies just states the PTSD rating and other ratings deferred. 

Thanks again for all your assistance guys!