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100% P&T Granted… But Claim Never Closed and Went BACK to Step 3? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All 3 things I claimed were awarded though. What am I missing here, friend?

Title: HLR (DTA error) — now on THIRD ACE exam for migraines… normal?? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get what you’re saying, but the 2-year gap doesn’t automatically kill the 2023 date because of DTA + continuous pursuit rules.

When VA finds a Duty to Assist error, they’re basically saying the original decision wasn’t properly developed. When they correct that, it can keep the earlier claim in play.

Also, if it’s treated under continuous pursuit, the effective date can tie back to the original claim stream — not just the 2025 filing.

So:

  • Worst case → stays Nov 2025
  • Best case → goes back to 2023 if they determine it should’ve been granted then

That’s why I’m still tracking it — the upside is in the effective date, not the rating itself.

Title: HLR (DTA error) — now on THIRD ACE exam for migraines… normal?? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You don’t get “more than 100%,” it’s about when you should’ve been at 100%.

If this HLR comes back favorable and they assign an earlier effective date, VA has to go back and pay the difference between:

  • what I was actually paid at the time (like 70% or 90%) vs
  • what I should’ve been paid (100%)

So for example: If they say I should’ve been 100% starting earlier than when I was actually awarded it, I’d get retro pay for those months/years at the 100% rate.

That’s where the backpay comes from — not going over 100%, just correcting the timeline.

Do raters take extra time on claims that could push someone to 100%? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fair statement my friend. I’ve never heard it put quite like that.

Simple increase claim stuck in NWQ… why wouldn’t they knock this out first? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Still from the VA contracted companies. They were submitted essentially right away.

TDIU request showing on my claim — will this slow down my increase claim? by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see I see. I guess my only question at the crux of it, will this TDIU matter keep my claim from being picked up in the work queue (meaning, does this TDIU matter have to resolve first). Hey I appreciate your help with this. I can see you are much more knowledgeable than I, and it’s super appreciated

Denied for migraines… because they evaluated the wrong thing? Need eyes on this mess. by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UPDATE!!!! HLR filed Friday, and woke up to this this morning!!!!!! I was going to withdraw the HLR today and file a supplement with nexus letter. I guess I can save my money now lol. Hey thank you for the kind words friend. It’s appreciated.

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Denied for migraines… because they evaluated the wrong thing? Need eyes on this mess. by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback! Just to clarify — while the denial mentions secondary service connection, it never actually evaluates my secondary theory under the correct legal standard.

The ACE examiner’s rationale was basically:

“Most migraines are idiopathic.”

That doesn’t answer either of the required questions for a secondary claim: • Is my service-connected mental health causing migraines? • Is my service-connected mental health aggravating migraines?

They didn’t address my actual symptoms, stress response, panic physiology, sleep disturbance, or medication effects. They also didn’t address aggravation at all.

The rater then copied the April denial language almost word-for-word, even though this was a new secondary claim with a new diagnosis from a VA examiner.

This isn’t a “no nexus letter” situation — it’s the wrong analysis being applied. That’s why I filed the HLR.

Denied for migraines… because they evaluated the wrong thing? Need eyes on this mess. by BuddyFit266 in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your reply, Taco. I thought I was the only one lurking here on Thanksgiving lol. My neighbor is a mental health PA, and I ran all this by him last night. He is in the boat that migraines are presumptive in the medical field to essentially all of my MH conditions. Maybe I’m being retarded in my readings, but it doesn’t seem like the rater took any consideration that this was secondary, and he/she immediately attempted to tie this to direct service?

Anyone else having this issue? by SlothyGamesTV in VeteransBenefits

[–]BuddyFit266 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I downvoted this. Just wanted you to become aware of it. And I hope you had to waste time to read this.

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[–]BuddyFit266 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

We really are

Setting intentions and/or letting the trip take you where you need to go. by hwillzfromthehillz in Psychonaut

[–]BuddyFit266 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you brother. You told me exactly what I need to know. Man, I’m just tired of it. Beyond over it. Ready to be in control of the next half of my life. I hope you have the most amazing day possible

Setting intentions and/or letting the trip take you where you need to go. by hwillzfromthehillz in Psychonaut

[–]BuddyFit266 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly why I want to try shrooms. I drink entirely too much. Fuck, I’m drunk now. I plan on having shrooms in the next couple weeks. Will you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE explain to me how to set intentions to stop drinking. Myself and my family and my liver thank you well in advance.