Can someone Give me advice?

[ronnieusmc0311]

Ok, So I called the VA regarding my Supplemental Claim for Acid Reflex secondary to Multiple medications for Multiple service connected disabilities. As I spoke to the gentleman on the phone, we got along and talked about infantry stuff etc. After our chit chat, he told me my claim was finished and a decision was made as of today. He said a packet would be out tomorrow. I said "well, usually I see something on Ebenefits, so I guess its not a good decision", he said "legally I cannot tell you anything because you don't have the packet, but if you disagree with it you can always appeal". I took that as, I was denied, even after All the information from my PMC, a note from a specialist and a positive phone exam from a Dr.. I called the VA last week and they said my claim was pushed back to the developmental phase because they wanted a opinion from another DR. At that time I figured they were trying to deny me. So, what is my next step in this process? Do I go straight to BVA?

Last question, I just had an MRI for my Lower back, turns out I have Spinal Stenosis (narrowing of the spine) which is causing pain everyday and incapacitation episodes every few months (I am service connected for Lumbar degenerative disc disease 10%). I believe I rate an increase so should I go the supplemental claim route? Also, Back in 2014 I was trying to get my Sciatica service connected due to my back, well I was denied as the examiner said it wasn't service connected, I was dumb and younger and didn't really bring info or disagree with the decision. My Specialist for my Back says it is related to my L5s1 injury which is already service connected and she is writing me a letter, Do I also do a supplemental claim on that? thank you, I know its alot.

[pacmanx1]

Yes, IMHO the more likely than not will help but make sure it says that your condition is caused by or related to your injury in service and that she has reviewed your SMRs or that your condition is more than likely caused by your service connected condition.

[deedub75]

When my back claim was finally granted, the radiculopathy for both legs was added at 10% for each leg.  I did not apply for radiculopathy but there was ample evidence in my medical records that I have radiculopathy.  The VA will usually infer radiculopathy, and peripheral neuropathy if it is in the medical records. 

[Fat]

Good advice GBArmy.

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