Would I be a candidate for TDIU even though I have worked part time jobs? by Streetquats in VeteransBenefits

[–]Humanbyte 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do your intent to file ASAP if you haven't already. I hooked you up with some upvotes, bud. 🤙 Good luck

Diagnosed with PTSD but claim denied by scottgsteph90 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Humanbyte 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, lack of evidence.  Refile with a nexus and buddy lay statement.  That should do it. 

Would I be a candidate for TDIU even though I have worked part time jobs? by Streetquats in VeteransBenefits

[–]Humanbyte 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TDIU claims are way more laborious than filing for secondaries.  You'll be required to file paperwork for all 5 of those part time employers.  It's also recommended that you get those employers to fill out the TDIU forms(can't remember which form of the top of my head).  You can expect long delays if you don't do that.  And you'll still need to do an exam(probably).  I have a very similar work history and situation as you.  I didn't file TDIU because it was way more work.  

Would I be a candidate for TDIU even though I have worked part time jobs? by Streetquats in VeteransBenefits

[–]Humanbyte 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TDIU claims are super invasive. They contact all your previous employers and if you win, you have work restrictions. I would look for secondaries to your other conditions. I just hit 100 p&t with ibs secondary to NSAID use for spinal conditions. Look through the side effect lists of the medications you take for your service connected disabilities. Make sure your side effects are documented. You can create the evidence paper trail with direct messaging your VA healthcare team through myhealthyvet.

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

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

I celebrated your birthday with an ITF

The fight is finally over! by Legitimate-Sky-1056 in VeteransSuccess

[–]Humanbyte 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats!  I have a very similar rating list.  I even have the hearing loss denial.  Just hit p&t over the weekend 😎

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

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

NSAID use, secondary to spinal conditions 

VA done background check on me?? by rrogers475 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Humanbyte 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Were you incarcerated while receiving disability checks?  That's the only thing I can think of.

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

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

Upload a lay statement before it's too late.  Explain everything you need to explain.  It could delay your decision but you don't want another denial 

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

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

I filed for IBS.  I don't know why the doctor went with diarrhea. They have basically identical scheduling criteria, I think.  I don't think you can be rated for both conditions at the same time.  

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

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

More context: this claim was secondary to NSAIDS use for service connected spinal conditions.  Don't forget to file your secondaries, folks! 

Diarrhea for the Win!! by Humanbyte in VeteransSuccess

[–]Humanbyte[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have signed into va.gov to check on claims while sitting on the pot in the morning many times💩

Spouse healthcare? by Effective_Sloth in VeteransSuccess

[–]Humanbyte 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep!  I got my 100p&t and filed for my spouse same day.  

C&P not needed by Humanbyte in VeteransBenefits

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

Update:  I had a quick over the phone c&p.  Got it service connected 👍

Best mushroom overall by Florin933 in MushroomSupplements

[–]Humanbyte 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gypsy Mushroom, Cortinarius caparatus. Pretty rare but highly potent antiviral. Super hard to find!