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14 Questions about VA Disability Compensation Benefits Claims
When a Veteran starts considering whether or not to file a VA Disability Claim, there are a lot of questions that he or she tends to ask. Over the last 10 years, the following are the 14 most common basic questions I am asked about ...
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Commonly Claimed Disabilities
Tinnitus | PTS(D) | Lumbosacral Cervical Strain | Scars | Limitation of flexion, knee | Diabetes | Paralysis of Siatic Nerve | Limitation of motion, ankle | Degenerative Arthritis Spine | TBI – Traumatic Brain Injury
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By dzydel
Hello fellow vets,
I have a c&p exam next week for right hand pain and arthritis. I am currently SC for:
70% amputation of right index and middle fingers, post mortar explosion.
10% Scars right hand
10% osteo stumps with ankylosis of remaining 2 fingers.
20% right shoulder strain
10% right wrist sprain
10% tinnitus
50% ptsd.
I am curious about possible pyramid issues, but would arthritis or carpal tunnel be added to my current hand conditons? Va math will have me at 100% if I get another 30%. Any information would be appreciated!
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By Resqflyr
I was discharged from the military December of 2004 due to multiple convalescent for Right Knee issues (4 Knee Surgery's). I am Service Connected for Right Knee Medial Meniscal Tear with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome and Degenerative Arthritis that has been getting worse over time.
Due to the nature of the pain, I am submitting a (Secondary) claim for Depression due to Chronic Pain. Any advise on what I should do before/after submittal to support my claim?
Example:
Should I see a Counselor about my Depression First or wait for the VA C&P Exam?
Thanks in Advance!
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By TJMarine
This is my latest C&P what am I looking at? Can anyone break this down?
Neck (Cervical Spine) Conditions
Disability Benefits Questionnaire
Is this DBQ being completed in conjunction with a VA 21-2507, C&P
Examination
Request?
[X] Yes [ ] No
Evidence Comments:
BOARD REMAND
1. Diagnosis
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Does the Veteran now have or has he/she ever been diagnosed with a cervical
spine (neck) condition?
[X] Yes [ ] No
Cervical Spine Common Diagnoses:
No diagnosis provided.
Diagnosis #1: CERVICO-OCCIPITAL NEURALGIA
ICD code: ==
Date of diagnosis: 9/28/2015
Diagnosis #2: CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY WITH BULGING DISC
ICD code: ==
Date of diagnosis: 2016
Diagnosis #3: MECHANICAL CERVICAL PAIN SYNDROME
ICD code: ==
Date of diagnosis: 4/29/2015
If there are additional diagnoses that pertain to cervical spine (neck)
conditions, list using above format:
CERVICAL VERTEBRAE(NECK MUSCLE SPASM), DATE OF DIAGNOSIS, 6/25/1996.
CERVICAL HERNIATED AND BULGING DISC, MUSCLE SPASM, AND CORD CONTUSION
WITH COMPRESSION MYELOMALACIA, 8/14/12
CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS AND DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE, 9/25/2014.
On today's C&P examination, 11/21/17, Veteran reports several incidents
in
1992-1995 of blunt trauma including carrying 50 caliber machine gun
barrels and ammunition. Involved in ground defensive tactic also known
as
"Bull in the Ring" in which the marine is in full gear and is potentially
tackled by several marines. Following this , Veteran incurred
concussion-1992 or 1993). Also went to Bethesda for back school(approx.
week). Currently, Veteran reports daily neck pain. Denies neck surgery.
Denies no recent physical therapy. Uses Flexeril, Ibuprofen, Oxycodone,
and Tens unit for pain relief. Last treated by chiropractor in
2016(Tampa
Bay, Florida).
b. Dominant hand:
[ ] Right [ ] Left [X] Ambidextrous
c. Does the Veteran report flare-ups of the cervical spine (neck)?
[ ] Yes [X] No
d. Does the Veteran report having any functional loss or functional
impairment of the cervical spine (neck) (regardless of repetitive use)?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, document the Veteran's description of functional loss or
functional impairment in his or her own words:
Can't do much of any type of physical activity, that's really
limited. Obviously a hindrance, job related stuff. Multiple days
off from work(pain, stiffness). Can't do lawn activities. Can't
wash dishes. Can't play with your kids like you want to.
Sleeping
is impossible-Sometimes you have to sleep sitting up in a chair.
3. Range of motion (ROM) and functional limitations
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a. Initial range of motion
[ ] All Normal
[X] Abnormal or outside of normal range
[ ] Unable to test (please explain)
[ ] Not indicated (please explain)
Forward Flexion (0-45): 0 to 46 degrees
Extension (0-45): 0 to 15 degrees
Right Lateral Flexion (0-45): 0 to 23 degrees
Left Lateral Flexion (0-45): 0 to 14 degrees
Right Lateral Rotation (0-80): 0 to 48 degrees
Left Lateral Rotation (0-80): 0 to 44 degrees
If abnormal, does the range of motion itself contribute to a
functional loss? [X] Yes, (please explain) [ ] No
If yes, please explain:
Limited bending.
Description of pain (select best response):
Pain noted on examination and causes functional loss
If noted on examination, which ROM exhibited pain (select all that
apply)?
Forward flexion, Extension, Right lateral flexion, Left lateral
flexion, Right lateral rotation, Left lateral rotation
Is there evidence of pain with weight bearing? [X] Yes [ ] No
Is there objective evidence of localized tenderness or pain on palpation
of the joint or associated soft tissue of the cervical spine (neck)?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, describe including location, severity and relationship to
condition(s):
Tenderness on palpation of the cervical spine.
b. Observed repetitive use
Is the Veteran able to perform repetitive use testing with at least three
repetitions? [ ] Yes [X] No
If no, please provide reason:
Unable to perform due to severe pain.
c. Repeated use over time
Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repetitive use over time?
[ ] Yes [X] No
If the examination is not being conducted immediately after
repetitive
use over time:
[ ] The examination is medically consistent with the Veteran?s
statements describing functional loss with repetitive use over
time.
[ ] The examination is medically inconsistent with the Veteran?s
statements describing functional loss with repetitive use over
time. Please explain.
[X] The examination is neither medically consistent nor inconsistent
with the Veteran?s statements describing functional loss with
repetitive use over time.
Does pain, weakness, fatigability or incoordination significantly limit
functional ability with repeated use over a period of time?
[ ] Yes [ ] No [X] Unable to say w/o mere speculation
If unable to say w/o mere speculation, please explain:
This examiner is unable to opine and would otherwise be speculating
to
state whether pain, weakness, fatigability, or incoordination could
significantly limit functional ability during flare-ups, or when the
joint is used repeatedly over a period of time. Therefore this
examiner cannot describe any such additional limitation due to pain,
weakness, fatigability or incoordination. Furthermore, such opinion
is also not feasible to give degrees of additional ROM loss due to
"pain on use or during flare-ups" without speculation.
d. Flare-ups
Not applicable
e. Guarding and muscle spasm
Does the Veteran have guarding, or muscle spasm of the cervical spine?
[X] Yes [ ] No
Muscle spasm
[X] None
[ ] Resulting in abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour
[ ] Not resulting in abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour
[ ] Unable to evaluate, describe below:
Guarding
[ ] None
[ ] Resulting in abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour
[X] Not resulting in abnormal gait or abnormal spinal contour
[ ] Unable to evaluate, describe below:
f. Additional factors contributing to disability
In addition to those addressed above, are there additional contributing
factors of disability? Please select all that apply and describe:
Less movement than normal due to ankylosis, adhesions, etc.
Please describe:
Decreased ROM.
4. Muscle strength testing
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a. Rate strength according to the following scale:
0/5 No muscle movement
1/5 Palpable or visible muscle contraction, but no joint movement
2/5 Active movement with gravity eliminated
3/5 Active movement against gravity
4/5 Active movement against some resistance
5/5 Normal strength
Elbow flexion:
Right: [X] 5/5 [ ] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [X] 5/5 [ ] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Elbow extension
Right: [X] 5/5 [ ] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [X] 5/5 [ ] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Wrist flexion:
Right: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Wrist extension:
Right: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Finger Flexion:
Right: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Finger Abduction
Right: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
Left: [ ] 5/5 [X] 4/5 [ ] 3/5 [ ] 2/5 [ ] 1/5 [ ] 0/5
b. Does the Veteran have muscle atrophy?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If muscle atrophy is present, indicate location: Upper Arm
Provide measurements in centimeters of normal side and atrophied side,
measured at maximum muscle bulk:
Normal side: 37.5 cm.
Atrophied side: 36 cm.
5. Reflex exam
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Rate deep tendon reflexes (DTRs) according to the following scale:
0 Absent
1+ Hypoactive
2+ Normal
3+ Hyperactive without clonus
4+ Hyperactive with clonus
Biceps:
Right: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
Left: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
Triceps:
Right: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
Left: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
Brachioradialis:
Right: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
Left: [ ] 0 [ ] 1+ [X] 2+ [ ] 3+ [ ] 4+
6. Sensory exam
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Provide results for sensation to light touch (dermatomes) testing:
Shoulder area (C5):
Right: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
Left: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
Inner/outer forearm (C6/T1):
Right: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
Left: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
Hand/fingers (C6-8):
Right: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
Left: [ ] Normal [X] Decreased [ ] Absent
7. Radiculopathy
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Does the Veteran have radicular pain or any other signs or symptoms due to
radiculopathy?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, complete the following section:
a. Indicate location and severity of symptoms (check all that apply):
Constant pain (may be excruciating at times)
Right upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Left upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Intermittent pain (usually dull)
Right upper extremity: [X] None [ ] Mild [ ] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Left upper extremity: [X] None [ ] Mild [ ] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Paresthesias and/or dysesthesias
Right upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Left upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Numbness
Right upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
Left upper extremity: [ ] None [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ]
Severe
b. Does the Veteran have any other signs or symptoms of radiculopathy?
[ ] Yes [X] No
c. Indicate nerve roots involved: (check all that apply)
[X] Involvement of C8/T1 nerve roots (lower radicular group)
If checked, indicate: [ ] Right [ ] Left [X] Both
d. Indicate severity of radiculopathy and side affected:
Right: [ ] Not affected [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ] Severe
Left: [ ] Not affected [ ] Mild [X] Moderate [ ] Severe
8. Ankylosis
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Is there ankylosis of the spine? [ ] Yes [X] No
9. Other neurologic abnormalities
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Does the Veteran have any other neurologic abnormalities related to a
cervical spine (neck) condition (such as bowel or bladder problems due to
cervical myelopathy)?
[ ] Yes [X] No
10. Intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) and episodes requiring bed rest
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a. Does the Veteran have IVDS of the cervical spine?
[X] Yes [ ] No
b. If yes to question 10a above, has the Veteran had any episodes of acute
signs and symptoms due to IVDS that required bed rest prescribed by a
physician and treatment by a physician in the past 12 months?
[ ] Yes [X] No
11. Assistive devices
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a. Does the Veteran use any assistive device(s) as a normal mode of
locomotion, although occasional locomotion by other methods may be
possible?
[ ] Yes [X] No
b. If the Veteran uses any assistive devices, specify the condition and
identify the assistive device used for each condition:
No response provided.
12. Remaining effective function of the extremities
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Due to a cervical spine (neck) condition, is there functional impairment of
an extremity such that no effective function remains other than that which
would be equally well served by an amputation with prosthesis? (Functions of
the upper extremity include grasping, manipulation, etc.; functions of the
lower extremity include balance and propulsion, etc.)
[ ] Yes, functioning is so diminished that amputation with prosthesis would
equally serve the Veteran.
[X] No
13. Other pertinent physical findings, complications, conditions, signs,
symptoms and scars
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a. Does the Veteran have any other pertinent physical findings,
complications, conditions, signs or symptoms related to any conditions
listed in the Diagnosis Section above?
[ ] Yes [X] No
b. Does the Veteran have any scars (surgical or otherwise) related to any
conditions or to the treatment of any conditions listed in the Diagnosis
Section above?
[ ] Yes [X] No
c. Comments, if any:
No response provided.
14. Diagnostic testing
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a. Have imaging studies of the cervical spine been performed and are the
results available?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, is arthritis (degenerative joint disease) documented?
[X] Yes [ ] No
b. Does the Veteran have a vertebral fracture with loss of 50 percent or
more
of height?
[ ] Yes [X] No
c. Are there any other significant diagnostic test findings and/or results?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, provide type of test or procedure, date and results (brief
summary):
9/25/2014,MRI Cervical spine:Visibility of the central canal of
the
cord at the C5 level with diameter of 2mm, not considered to
reflect significant syringohydromyelia and not associated with
mass
or abnormal enhancement. Spondylosis and degenerative disc
disease
of the cervical spine. Right-sided predominant disc osteophyte
complex at C6-7 causes mild right central canal and moderate right
neural foraminal stenosis at this level. No other central canal
stenosis with milder areas of neural foraminal encroachment
detailed above. C2-3:Focal shallow central to right paracentral
disc protrusion. No central canal or neural foraminal stenosis.
C3-4:Mild generalized disc bulge. Mild right than left neural
foraminal stenosis with central canal patent. C6-7:Mild
generalized disc bulge with more focal disc osteophyte complex in
the right paracentral, right subarticular, and right lateral
stations. C7-T1:Negative for disc herniation.
8/14/2012, MRI Cervical spine:Herniated disk C3/4, C5/6, and C6/7
levels. Bulging disk C2/3 and C4/5 levels. Diffuse spondylitic
changes. Straightened alignment suggesting muscle spasm. Focal
area of cord contusion or compression myelomalacia at C5 level.
15. Functional impact
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Does the Veteran's cervical spine (neck) condition impact on his or her
ability to work?
[X] Yes [ ] No
If yes, describe the impact of each of the Veteran's cervical spine
(neck) conditions, providing one or more examples:
Veteran is capable of limited lifting, carrying, and bending.
16. Remarks, if any:
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NOTE:Veteran performed neck flexion repeition which reduced ROM to
32deg.
Unable to perform any further repetition for other ROM maneuvers.
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Additional exam request information:
For any joint condition, examiners should test the contralateral joint,
unless medically contraindicated, and the examiner should address pain on
both passive and active motion, and on both weightbearing and non-
weightbearing.
In addition to the questions on the DBQ, please respond to
the following questions:
1. Is there evidence of pain on passive range of motion testing?
YES
2. Is there evidence of pain when the joint is used in non-weight
bearing? YES
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Medical Opinion
Disability Benefits Questionnaire
Name of patient/Veteran:
ACE and Evidence Review
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Indicate method used to obtain medical information to complete this
document:
[X] In-person examination
Evidence Review
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Evidence reviewed (check all that apply):
[X] VA e-folder (VBMS or Virtual VA)
[X] CPRS
Evidence Comments:
BOARD REMAND
MEDICAL OPINION SUMMARY
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RESTATEMENT OF REQUESTED OPINION:
a. Opinion from general remarks: (a) Please state all diagnoses as to the
Veteran's cervical spine, and
address all diagnoses already of record: herniated disk and bulging disk
of the cervical spine and spondylitic changes, muscle spasm and
contusion/compression, spondylosis and degenerative disc disease of the
cervical spine, mechanical cervical pain syndrome and radiculopathy.
(b) Please provide an opinion as to whether it is at least as likely as
not (a 50 percent or greater probability) that any diagnosed cervical
spine disability was caused by or etiologically related to active duty.
Please specifically address the back injuries and complaints of back pain
noted in the STRs.
(c) Please specifically address the Veteran's lay statements that he has
suffered cervical spine pain since service, and that in service he
suffered injury to his neck while carrying heavy equipment and continuous
wear of duty gear.
(d) Please address the conflicting evidence of record and offer a
clarifying opinion, notably the February 2013 VA examination positing a
negative nexus, and the April 2016 private opinion positing a positive
nexus.
b. Indicate type of exam for which opinion has been requested: NECK
TYPE OF MEDICAL OPINION PROVIDED: [ MEDICAL OPINION FOR DIRECT SERVICE
CONNECTION ]
a. The condition claimed was at least as likely as not (50% or greater
probability) incurred in or caused by the claimed in-service injury, event
or
illness.
c. Rationale: Upon review of all available medical evidence, including
eVBMS,
virtual VA, and Board Remand, the following pertinent information is
obtained
and reported in 'Evidence Comments': Prior VA Examination, 6/25/96, reports
Mr. served in the Marine Corps. he was inducted in 1990 and
received separation with an honorable discharge in 1996. Medical History-In 1992, he
had onset of pain in the neck area diagnosed at Quantico. Xrays were
negative. Impression was muscle spasm and stress. Enlistment RME/RMH for
national guard, 4/13/98, reported no neck problems and normal exam of the
spine. Miami VAMC, Outpatient clinic, 5/6/2005:Assessment is chronic neck
and low back pain-Will get plain films and MRI, does not want any meds.
2/28/2013, VA examination opines "Unable to find SMR evidence of significant
neck injury or complaint in service. No evidence to support chronicity of
problem for over 10 years post-discharge." THIS OPINION IS GIVEN LOW WEIGHT
BECAUSE IT IS NEITHER SUPPORTED NOR CONSISTENT WITH THE RECORDS IN FILE THAT
SHOW COMPLAINTS OF NECK PAIN INDICATING A CHRONIC CONDITION. 4/29/15, DBQ
neck was completed providing a diagnosis of mechanical cervical pain
syndrome
and radiculopathy. As received 4/8/16, VA physician, ,
states that the Veteran suffers from cervico-occipital neuralgia and
cervical
radiculopathy with bulging disc "are as likely as not a direct result of
blunt trauma received during the patient's military career. His conditions
are a severe occupational impairment to the veteran and has been exacerbated
by many years of continuous wear of duty gear related to his profession."
On
today's C&P examination, 11/21/17, Veteran is a credible historian and
reports several incidents in 1992-1995 of blunt trauma, involving ground
defensive tactic also known as "Bull in the Ring" in which the marine is in
full gear and is potentially tackled by several marines. Following this ,
Veteran incurred concussion-1992 or 1993). Veteran also reported chronic
neck pain during service was due to carrying 50 caliber machine gun barrels
and ammunition. He also went to Bethesda for back school(approx. week).
In summary, the Veteran has been under chronic medical care for neck pain
first reported during service(6/25/96) and the condition has progressed from
cervical muscle spasm to mechanical cervical pain syndrome and
radiculopathy,
cervical herniated and bulging disc with muscle spasm, cord
contusion/compression myelomalacia, cervical spondylosis and degenerative
disc disease, cervico-occipital neuralgia, and cervical radiculopathy with
bulging disc. A nexus has been established. Therefore, it is at least as
likely as not that the claimed condition has direct service connection.
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By broncovet
I have been using "Voltaren GEL" for about a month. Its a presctiption NSAID that you rub onto sore joints especially for arthritis and other joint pain.
Its awesome. I got it at the VA, after my wife's doc recommended it for her and gave her physician samples of a similar brand.
IT RELEIVES THE PAIN INSTANTLY. No waiting an hour or so for pills to work. You rub it on.
I had to ask my VA PCP for it, and he gladly wrote me a prescription for it.
Its better than Vicodin as it works faster.
I highly recommend it, I realize not everyone can take it (if you have heart trouble, etc.) I suggest you ask your doc, I love the pain relief.
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The 5, 10, 20 year rules...
Five Year Rule) If you have had the same rating for five or more years, the VA cannot reduce your rating unless your condition has improved on a sustained basis. All the medical evidence, not just the reexamination report, must support the conclusion that your improvement is more than temporary.
Ten Year Rule) The 10 year rule is after 10 years, the service connection is protected from being dropped.
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If you are 100% for 20 years (Either 100% schedular or 100% TDIU - Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability or IU), you are automatically Permanent & Total (P&T). And, that after 20 years the total disability (100% or IU) is protected from reduction for the remainder of the person's life. "M-21-1-IX.ii.2.1.j. When a P&T Disability Exists"
At 55, P&T (Permanent & Total) or a few other reasons the VBA will not initiate a review. Here is the graphic below for that. However if the Veteran files a new compensation claim or files for an increase, then it is YOU that initiated to possible review.
NOTE: Until a percentage is in place for 10 years, the service connection can be removed. After that, the service connection is protected.
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Example for 2020 using the same disability rating
1998 - Initially Service Connected @ 10%
RESULT: Service Connection Protected in 2008
RESULT: 10% Protected from reduction in 2018 (20 years)
2020 - Service Connection Increased @ 30%
RESULT: 30% is Protected from reduction in 2040 (20 years)-
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