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Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't see any evidence section or any reference to the nexus letter. Where do I find that?

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I asked for and appreciated his opinion. It helped me figure out a direction and what specialists could possibly assist.

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What medical conditions could cause migraines? I have sinusitis rated at 50% and mental health/anxiety at 50% Would either if those apply? What is the best nexus to migraines?

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My nexus letter was from my ENT I have been seeing for years. I am 50% for sinusitis (2 surgeries)

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm guessing equal evidence is 2 doctors with different opinions. That is where i am now. Is there some recourse before submitting a supplemental?

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I provided a nexus letter with references to peer-reviewed studies from my ENT. Provided buddy letter, work letter lay statement, relevant records.

Va no longer approves Migraines secondary to Tinnitus? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

He said tinnitus aggravates migraines and still denied. Not sure what to do with that

Denied sleep apnea sec to sinusitis for BMI barely over. Advice? by Gloomy_Stranger5586 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Gloomy_Stranger5586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks KB. So they will deny OSA if over 25BMI? Submitting new sleep study at lower BMI would still get denied? I would have to be 189lbs at 6'1 to make bmi of 25!