compensation and pension exams

[dvikings]

I posted this to and old thread and trying to get some thoughts for my friend.Well, He is still waiting. (gathering ev).

1 1st doctor= suggest that it is service connected. Military doctor

2 2nd doctor= less likely than not. VA C AND P EXAM.

3 3rd doctor= at least as likely as not. VA MENTAL HEATH.C AND P EXAM.

rater then sends back for another opinion.

4 4th doctor=opines that doctors 1 and 3 are speculating base on no records and no basis for opinion and currently remains in gathering evidence stage for six weeks. Anybody have any thoughts?

[dvikings]

Update: A letter was sent asking where when and how often joint pain occurs. Claims is still in gathering evidence. Appreciate any bodies help on these questions.