Medical record review only c&p

[SPO]

I actually asked this question in another topic but wanted to bring this particular question up independently.  

So I talked to VES today and they said it was a medical record review only C&P. I’m not sure whether that is good or bad. My private doctor mentioned painful movement but he did not do a range of motion test. I really hope they give me at least a minimum on each joint if that that is the case.  Otherwise they are not doing their part to determine severity,  am I correct in that?

[Carl the Engineer]

"ACE gives VHA the option to review a Veteran’s existing medical records instead of performing an in-person or telehealth examination to complete a DBQ, expediting the disability ratings process by eliminating the wait time to schedule and conduct an in-person exam. DBQs are medical examination forms used to capture essential information for evaluating disability compensation or pension claims.

When a Veteran seeks compensation benefits, VA personnel review the claim to determine if additional medical information is necessary to render a disability rating.  If a medical evaluation or opinion is needed, VBA submits a request initiating VHA to schedule an exam for rating purposes. Under the new process, VHA can complete a DBQ without a medical exam if a Veteran’s existing medical records contain sufficient evidence."

Well, this is new to me, which is nothing new.  But, it looks like what is happening to your claim.  Results will be interesting.

Your record may have had "sufficient evidence".

Nothing for you to do until you get the letter,

Hamslice

 

 

Edited December 21, 2018 by Hamslice
cause I can

[Carl the Engineer]

I see now where they have been doing these for about 4 years now.  Mine where probably ACE exams that I did not attend in the past.  Just didn't put 2 and 2 together and get 4, as usual. I usually come  up with pi, and I like pie...

Oh, well,

Hamslice

 

[SPO]

Ebenefits came up today saying documents were overdue.  My c&p is still processing. I’m guessing the vsr is just running behind.