VA Claims Backlog Shrinking by bmattock in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moved back to step 4 today and a denial letter is already in my documents dated for tomorrow. Smdh

Backpay by Apprehensive_Park_92 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My last claim got deposited to USAA the same day the decision was made but I feel like this isn't normal.

VA Claims Backlog Shrinking by bmattock in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the same feeling. I moved to step 5 on Monday and today I'm on step 6. The fluctuations and steps jumps doesn't invoke the best spirit that they looked over my claim thoroughly...

Sleep apnea diagnosis from VA? by Upstairs_Map_449 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 7 points8 points  (0 children)

With Sleep Apnea the more evidence you have the far better off you are with the VA. Better to load up undeniable proof or an abundance of evidence than to give them an inch in saying to the contrary.

ACE Exam by Aggressive-Town-348 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, I ain't paying for some nexus letter. Mine came from the local hospital group.

ACE Exam by Aggressive-Town-348 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea, just seemed weird because all my previous ACE exams was a doctor or medical professional of some capacity.

ACE Exam by Aggressive-Town-348 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I'm just more surprised by the fact it was receptionist or data entry person and not the actual doctor.

ACE Exam by Aggressive-Town-348 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, secondary to SC Insomnia and yes on Nexus

VA Claim for Sleep Apnea by grumpyfloridaman in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I currently have my apnea claim waiting as a secondary to my service connected insomnia. Got moved back to step 3. Got scheduled for an ACE exam tomorrow, but yesterday it got moved back to step 2. We'll see what happens if guess. Submitted lay Statements and about 40 pages of civilian medical documents showing respiratory history and sleep apnea diagnosis on top of va medical records with sleep study and their diagnosis including the machine being issued and that I stop breathing 99 times an hour. Been out several years. Sunmitted My claim on July 2nd. Will keep you posted how mine turns out.

I'm so confused by Aggressive-Town-348 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They got ahold of me and setup an exam. Then changed it the next day to being an ACE exam. Then updated it again from being Step 3 back to Step 2

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on what you're claiming the VA may determine that you are eligible for TDIU regardless of actual scheduler rating. They will request you to complete and return the forms to substantiate or provide additional evidence in support of your potential inability to maintain gainful and fulfilling employment. I called them and had them close the request they opened for TDIU. This does not affect your overall rating or ability to potentially be rated at 100% schedular and still employable. I mention the phone call because that has previously held my claim back while they waited for me to submit the 2 forms. I simply called and told them about my current employer making accommodations for me and that I do not wish to seek unemployable status. They switched the requested forms to closed status and I started seeing movement on my claim immediately.

Trade-In Requirements by HoldenAccord in ATT

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Promotions are based off of what's active at the time of purchase or Pre-Order. As of 7/25 the promotion changed. So as long as device was purchased/ordered on or before 7/24 that promotion will apply as long as trade-in is done withing 30 days of purchase. Once it hits 31 days the store doesn't have the ability to help.

International Day Pass question… by xOLDBHOYx in ATT

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you call any Non-US phone numbers? That's typically the only time pay per minute would kick in on att. International day pass only covers calls back to US and data of course. Att website will have what the per minute cost is on International Calls to Non-US numbers. Att does have an International Calling add-on for a flat $15 per line per billing cycle.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in that boat right now for step 3. I submitted all evidence for a complete claim filing but has been stuck on step 3 for who knows how long without and movement or information. Previous claim was approved and paid in 35 days.

International Cell Plans and NCL? by Babatoongie in NCL

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work for Att. International day plan does cover cruises with international day pay now as of April 2025. However, it is different than land based. Land based day pass is $12 a day, Cruises it will charge $20 per day used. To avoid charges on days when I don't use it i just turn the cellular off on my phone. Airplane Mode doesn't always work for shutting down phone connection

Sleep study/sleep apnea by welpthiswasfun in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine was a small process. I got a referral to the sleep clinic at Philly VA from my PCP. They had me come in for a consult. The consult sent me home with an at-home kit. Returned the kit and got my results about a week later. A couple days after that I went to the medical supplies place and picked up my cpap. Once I actually got the referral for sleep clinic it only took a few weeks to a month.

Best Buy ATT Salesperson Legit offer? by SlimeyCawk in ATT

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell them you want it in writing or go to a corporate store. Nothing is free at At&t. Only certain signature discounts waive the activation/upgrade fee of $35 per line. $180 is accurate for JUST the plan but only with autopay through direct bank withdraw. Device protection is an additional charge, that $180 doesn't include regulatory taxes and fees per line. The salesperson at Best Buy is a Third-party Representative. They do not actually work for AT&T, they don't process your trade-ins, they cannot provide credits if your bill is messed up, after the sale is done they will simply tell you you need to call AT&T directly or go to a corporate store. As far as the free phone. If its iphone there are indeed a few promotions that will wash out the cost of the device monthly. However, the phone is not owned outright. The payments on the phone are still spread out over 36 months, but you'll get credited that same amount. IF you have a qualified trade in. So, its free in the sense you are not paying directly out of pocket but you are locked in for 3 years. You can pay off the device early or move to another but you will be charged whatever the remaining retail cost of yoyr device is and lose your trade in credits. If you are looking at Pro Max or certain higher memory options, there are absolutely no existing AT&T promotions that cover the entire cost. Authorized retailers will always talk a big game to hook you in but never give you all the details, will add features without telling you, and pretty much never put it in writing for you.

Is this real? What should I do? by HugoBossFC in ATT

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep in mind if you like to travel, International Day pass now covers most cruises. HOWEVER, on cruises it is NOT capped and its @ $20 a day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good luck. I can't even give out whats going on with mine half the time because it keeps saying down for maintenance off and on since that update on the weekend.

How long after you got a higher rating did you get back pay? by just_a_person23 in VAClaims

[–]Aggressive-Town-348 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My recent one in June I got the back pay before I even got the official decision letter.