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Reduction in VA disability benefits - 100% to 0%
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Armyvet1987
Hello everyone,
Today I received a letter stating I will be getting a reduction of benefits from 100% to 0% for PTSD. I was awarded this amount in October 2010 and maintained the 100% rating until now. In November 2017 I had reexamination for PTSD, the results came back in December 2017 and I was again awarded 100%. Fast forward to February 2018, I received a letter in the mail saying I needed to go to a out of the VA doctor for them to fill out a DBQ form, I called the VA that day and stated I was not comfortable with speaking to another doctor about my PTSD, the women told me I could have my metal health doctor fill it out and send it back to them. I have an email from her with the attached document. My next appointment for the mental health doctor is in late April. The letter states that there is proof in my medical files and since I “missed” the DBQ appointment that they want to reduce my rating from 100% to 0%.
So here is my question, how did my PTSD change significantly from December 2017 (when I was re-envaulted) to February 2018?
Next, should I hire a lawyer? VSO? I have never used the VSO or disabled veteran’s reps.
Finally, what should be my next step?
Thanks.
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vetquest
It sounds to me like the VA is using a missed C&P exam to reduce your rating. They can do this but you also have the right of appeal. Please follow Buck52's advice and file a notice of disagreem
Armyvet1987
Yeah, I got ahead of my self. I read through the entire document and the reason was for the missed exam. I have access to all my medical records and the results of previous exams so hopefully I will g
Berta
"So here is my question, how did my PTSD change significantly from December 2017 (when I was re-envaulted) to February 2018?" It didnt- but I am surprised they wanted you to get a DBQ done...????
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