PEACHES1962 Posted November 15, 2019 Share Posted November 15, 2019 (edited) I was surprised sleep apnea could be a secondary condition connected to fibromyalgia. I just had a C&P exam and it looks like a favorable outcome. I have attached the documents. This might be helpful to someone. Sleep Apnea DBQ.pdf Medical Opinion DBQ (Secondary Service Connection).pdf Edited November 18, 2019 by PEACHES1962 could see personal information Vync 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 vetquest Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 If they are using one of the newer machines the machine reports every day on the previous night's usage and performance. The can also set the pressure from the doctor's office. paulstrgn and Vync 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Content Curator/HadIt.com Elder Vync Posted November 19, 2019 Content Curator/HadIt.com Elder Share Posted November 19, 2019 17 hours ago, vetquest said: If they are using one of the newer machines the machine reports every day on the previous night's usage and performance. The can also set the pressure from the doctor's office. Correct! Mine lights up on it's own daily for a couple of minutes when it checks in. "If it's stupid but works, then it isn't stupid."- From Murphy's Laws of Combat Disclaimer: I am not a legal expert, so use at own risk and/or consult a qualified professional representative. Please refer to existing VA laws, regulations, and policies for the most up to date information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 paulstrgn Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 18 hours ago, vetquest said: The can also set the pressure from the doctor's office. Technology today is amazing. Do they ever send you a message if they adjust the pressure? I am not an attorney or an a credited VA rep. These are my personal opinions and experiences, always remember what worked for me may not work for you. You as the veteran are your own best advocate and no one knows your disabilities better than you. It is highly recommended that you as the veteran research and verify that any opinion given meets your specific situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 vetquest Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 2 hours ago, paulstrgn said: Technology today is amazing. Do they ever send you a message if they adjust the pressure? No, they usually call me. paulstrgn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 paulstrgn Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Okay, I am glad they notify you when they make a change. I am not an attorney or an a credited VA rep. These are my personal opinions and experiences, always remember what worked for me may not work for you. You as the veteran are your own best advocate and no one knows your disabilities better than you. It is highly recommended that you as the veteran research and verify that any opinion given meets your specific situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I was surprised sleep apnea could be a secondary condition connected to fibromyalgia. I just had a C&P exam and it looks like a favorable outcome. I have attached the documents. This might be helpful to someone.
Sleep Apnea DBQ.pdf Medical Opinion DBQ (Secondary Service Connection).pdf
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If they are using one of the newer machines the machine reports every day on the previous night's usage and performance. The can also set the pressure from the doctor's office.
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I was surprised sleep apnea could be a secondary condition connected to fibromyalgia. I just had a C&P exam and it looks like a favorable outcome. I have attached the documents. This might be hel
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Correct! The nexus on the Medical Opinion DBQ is pretty solid (only leading paragraph posted below). That would be a great study for other veterans to use if their doc is skeptical. Jus
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