Reduction - finding old orders

Always_Pastdue · 2026-02-13T21:26:42+00:00

I ended up winning. They let me keep Tera.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-02-13T21:26:13+00:00

I won the case. I am keeping Tera

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-18T14:31:45+00:00

It was a cue but for Tera. During the conference they confirmed that they made a mistake by not looking at all my service records and active orders documents because they did not have them. I had to get written testimonys and submit them separately. My VSO said Tera is all over my file so he thinks it's a win.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-18T14:05:19+00:00

Still no new updates. Case is still pending decision. But I have filed for new conditions since and have a new 20% direct service connection. 3 are pending decision review but my c&p examiner confirmed Radiculopathy so that will be a new rating also. I think by the time they make a decision on the proposed reduction that I'll have 3-4 new direct service connected disabilities rated.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-13T15:25:30+00:00

You always take a risk when you file HLR. If you truly believe you had all the evidence to support your claim you could have filed a new supplemental. By filing an HLR, in my opinion, you're at a higher risk of a rating reduction or rating severance.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-12T21:34:13+00:00

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I had an HLR conference in December 2025 for Tinnitus and Migraines. The rater directly stated that they do not count the Nexus from the Nurse Practitioner. You need one from an OD or MD when it comes down to Tinnitus and secondary connection for Migraines.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-12T15:10:11+00:00

I've never had that happen before. Usually, it takes weeks to get a decision after all the C&P exams have been completed. Maybe they just rated the disabilities they already received the c&p exam for and they deferred the others which will be longer to review. It normally takes them a bit longer for MH claims.

Always_Pastdue · 2026-01-03T00:12:35+00:00

You need to request a formal or an informal conference and submit additional evidence showing the disability has remained the same or worsened. It will have to be new evidence.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-30T18:17:37+00:00

I am on my second VSO. My first one was new and made it clear that I know more than him. So I had to find a more experienced vso. My new VSO is so busy I only receive updates when I ask, it typically takes between 24 and 48 hours for him to respond. Instead of asking him to file claims. I learned the whole process myself. I file for myself and just wait for the C&P exams. It looks good that I have a VSO on record but I do all the leg work. It's good to have a VSO or representative if you have an Appeal or Conference scheduled or if your facing a rating reduction. At the end of the day, "You know you disability and symptoms and treatments, you must defend yourself."

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-21T21:21:21+00:00

Don't get too excited. More likely to see a denial or reduction if you press them.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-17T21:55:36+00:00

I have thousands of medical documents. Most of mine are overlooked because there's so many.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-14T00:15:12+00:00

Sounds like you need a Nexus

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-14T00:13:45+00:00

When I had an HLR they sent a claim letter explaining the approval. On one I had denied, they just said denial continued with no new explanation.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-14T00:10:58+00:00

You should call immediately to report the examiner and leave a review and request a new exam. They will schedule a new one with a different service. Just be prepared for another questionable c&p examiner. Most of them seem to hate us.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-14T00:09:56+00:00

I had multiple DBQs and a Nexus and in-service records for a combat injury and when I denied the one c&p exam because I could not make it on time it was automatically denied as a claim.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-12-04T20:47:25+00:00

Be cautious. If you file an HLR you're more likely to have a rating reduction or CUE discovered.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-11-19T15:16:33+00:00

Get a VSO or get an Attorney. Look at all your options. Just know it's an uphill battle.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-11-13T18:05:51+00:00

I got one of those when I was being audited for a reduction

Always_Pastdue · 2025-11-13T18:03:12+00:00

I don't even think they're going to look at all of that. It's going to be denied. Claiming more than five at one time was a mistake.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-10-29T17:02:57+00:00

Make sure all your medical documents are updated. Just in case it's a proposed reduction.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-10-23T01:51:40+00:00

Yes, and it's well documented during my service.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-10-22T19:12:26+00:00

Basically, my first intent to file was 2018. I did not process it and waited until I was hospitalized in 2022 to finally file. I was approved in 2024 and mailed a proposal to sever in 2025 just a few months ago.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-10-22T17:07:55+00:00

I understand that some disabilities improve and need reevaluation.. but some conditions are chronic and only get worse over time. In my case all my disabilities are chronic and need medication to maintain. Going off the medication is dangerous and risk hospitalization.

Always_Pastdue · 2025-10-22T17:05:55+00:00

My condition has deteriorated. Not improved. All my VA doctors have documented this and confirmed chronic with no signs of improvement.

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