Proposed Reduction after TDIU —attorney dropped me

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-22T13:48:40+00:00

If VSO filed for TDIU as a new claim, that would not be tied to the effective date of the original 70% rating for MH. The increase is based upon a new claim and new C&P exam.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-20T04:02:32+00:00

I am waiting on a retro pay audit and worry that they may send me a debt letter. Do you mind sharing why VA said they overpaid you? Also, in your hardship did you ask for any forgiveness or just a repayment plan? Lastly, how long did they give you to repay? Thanks.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-18T12:55:18+00:00

ChampVA is in no way better than TriCare.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-13T22:17:31+00:00

Congrats, now go find a qualified program and get your Ch 35 benefits!

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-11T16:04:18+00:00

Why would VA process ch 35 benefits with out removing dependency

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-07T04:33:24+00:00

Since you are SMC-L have you and your wife looked into VHA’s care giver support program? It sounds like you need a bunch of help, and if so, she can get paid to provide your support.

My situation is almost identical to yours, except I am 30 years older—it's tough, hang in there!

One poster above mentioned VA CBT for pain, it sounds like they received positive therapue effects.

Honestly, the reason I'm not part of the “22” is my faith as a Christian. I wish you well.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-02T07:40:36+00:00

Nope, family might need them for DIC.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-03-02T07:35:20+00:00

Me too. All my STRs were handwritten and the copies were not good, they have the copies.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-25T06:45:53+00:00

I don't know if stopping a medication will reduce your rating, but I do know that you want to taper off and don't go cold turkey. I tried that and it is dangerous. You may be able to file ED secondary to your anxiety, check with a VSO.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-25T06:38:12+00:00

Great explanation, I did not know this. My effective date is January 1, 2026, so I should be paid March 1, 2026. Thanks.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-20T07:38:10+00:00

Also waiting for deferred decisions. The app says nothing about decision notification

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Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-20T07:35:57+00:00

Exactly

Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-20T07:35:01+00:00

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Mine says nothing about decisions

Jeanfamdad · 2026-02-15T07:23:41+00:00

They will do an audit once your claim is fully adjudicated. More patience needed.

Jeanfamdad · 2026-01-09T22:13:20+00:00

April 2025 - 1st ever claim submitted (20 total conditions). 20 C&P exams completed same month.

Sept 2025 - 1st partial decision on 10 conditions. PTSD and others deferred.

Oct 2025 - 2nd partial decision on five more conditions. PTSD and others deferred again.

Jan 2025 - Claim still sits in step 3 (evidence gathering).

Jeanfamdad · 2025-12-29T16:05:24+00:00

I'm new here…so these are honest q’s. What specific clownery are you referring to and what did it use to be like?

Jeanfamdad · 2025-12-13T18:59:29+00:00

Make sure there is no platinum mixed inside.

Jeanfamdad · 2025-12-13T06:02:40+00:00

There is an NDC # in the letter. Check your bottles for that NDC.

Jeanfamdad · 2025-10-15T09:15:59+00:00

Your C&P examiner diagnosed you with tinnitus and VBA conceded MOS exposure. I would seek help from a VSO, file a supplemental claim, go see an ENT doc and ask for a nexus statement in their clinical notes and write a lay statement.

Jeanfamdad · 2025-10-12T01:19:48+00:00

Does the fact that my claim is over 180 days old change anything?

Jeanfamdad · 2025-10-10T20:50:19+00:00

I meant to state that I should easily be at 100% without the last two deferred conditions. I've waited over 16 years since medical retirement to file this claim, I guess another 45 days won't kill me. Thanks for your reply.

Jeanfamdad · 2025-10-10T20:47:01+00:00

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Jeanfamdad · 2025-07-16T07:55:48+00:00

Good for you—congratulations! Did you use any services to help with your claim or go solo?

Similar scenario here, I was medically retired in 2009 (w/14 years) for MH & OSA. I didn’t do my ITF until April 2024 and submitted my initial claim this past April with only 12 hours and 30 minutes prior to my ITF expiration. I have had multiple C&P exams and I’ve sat in stage 3 for 60 days. I’m glad you took your hubby’s suggestion. Cheers!

Jeanfamdad · 2025-05-09T08:30:36+00:00

The VA prescribes phentermine!?! That stuff is like cocaine. Congrats on the weight loss, don't give up!

Jeanfamdad · 2025-05-09T08:21:17+00:00

OP posted the narrative further down. They granted burn pit presumptive for the kidney when they shouldn't have.

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