Filing an NOD - Do I want a call?

[minerva18]

Hello,

I have 2 questions on filing an NOD.  My father is receiving a 100% disability compensation but I feel they should have awarded him at the SMC A&A level.  He lives in assisted living and requires assistance with multiple daily tasks.

1) When filing the NOD is it recommended to check the box that you want to receive a call from a from a rep at local office?  Any downsides either way?

2) Should I present evidence regarding the assistance he requires at the time I submit the NOD or wait for VA to tell me what they want? Examples:

• Letter from the director of the facility stating he lives there and the assistance he requires 
• Doctors statement to the same points as above

Thanks

[MrStryker]

Did you fill out 21-2680? The VA won't infer anything that isn't scheduler.

[minerva18]

I will get a 2680 completed by his doctor.

[broncovet]

If you plan the call ahead, and speak well over the phone, yes.  Get a call.  However, if you are like me, and cant hear well, and have to ask the speaker to repeat all the time, then skip it.  

[vetquest]

I did ask for the call on my NOD.  That gives me a chance to state my case to the rater.