Hello, It has been a long time since I initially filed my claim back in 00 and don't remember it being this complex as I have read. Or maybe I am reading too much into it lol
Currently, @20% due to Invertebral disc syndrome (discectomy) Service connected
Looking to increase my rating due to a recent Spinal Fusion due to my rated condition and complications that arose during my surgery that was due to initial surgery while I was on active duty.
I started my claim and now not sure how to proceed.
1. Can I file for an increase on my own? I have doctors report from the surgery along with the epidurals and other treatments I received prior to my surgery.
2. Do I need the help of a VSO to submit my claim? (I filed my first claim on my own)
3. I would also like to open additional cases for the pain in my legs due to my back pain. Never knew could have filed for this. the pain sucks and is only getting worse
4. Do I need an IMO, or is this not needed since i already have service connected injury on file?
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2W1_Socal
Hello, It has been a long time since I initially filed my claim back in 00 and don't remember it being this complex as I have read. Or maybe I am reading too much into it lol
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1. Yes. 2. No, especially not if you got SC on your own, and with hadit members help. You can get a VSO, but there is usually a reason why the ones who are available are not busy. 3.
MikeHunt
Look up the DBQ, have your physician fill it out, then get them to do a medical opinion as well. I'm not sure if that's Periph Neuro, Sciatica, or the other one or I'd try to find it. I don't kn
2W1_Socal
Little update. The claim was closed and checked online. I have a combined rating of 60% now. Was previously at 20%. - Waiting for the decision letter to come in and see if I was approved
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