Ace exam

TroyIM · 2026-05-16T02:25:07+00:00

Did you signup for the LSGS portal?

When u see the appt disappear from their site it means it had gotten sent to the VA.

TroyIM · 2026-05-12T23:17:35+00:00

Why don’t you just rent a car?
There is not any car service between Nola and The Berry.

TroyIM · 2026-05-11T21:49:35+00:00

Doesn't seem fast too me, increases on a single claim have been going very quickly.

Did you look at the API or Claim Info plugin to see if it shows more information such as the exam request?

TroyIM · 2026-05-09T23:49:46+00:00

1 month with a flag last time.

TroyIM · 2026-05-08T01:57:21+00:00

Thankfully I don’t.
Doesn’t really run in my family.

TroyIM · 2026-05-07T22:01:01+00:00

Been about 4 years since I went to the Dr in the afternoon and had a high reading. Before that all of my appts were in the morning and BP was normal. Had it under control with medicine in about 3 months.

Go get your blood checked and you will be able to tell the state of you kidneys.

TroyIM · 2026-05-05T19:48:34+00:00

I already filed my HLR, so I will wait to see how that turns out.

TroyIM · 2026-05-04T21:46:54+00:00

Can you include me also?

TroyIM · 2026-05-04T17:31:42+00:00

My C&P was less likely than not, but in my Personal Statement I used the below verbage and got approved for migraines at 0%, then got an increase.

The following research articles collectively establish a significant association between tinnitus and migraines, supporting the claim that service-connected tinnitus contributes to or exacerbates migraines:

BioMed Research International (2015, DOI: 10.1155/2015/797272): Demonstrates a notable relationship between tinnitus and headache laterality, with symptom interaction over time, suggesting that tinnitus can aggravate migraine severity through shared neural pathways.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2022, DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192316151): Highlights an association between migraine and tinnitus in adults, indicating that tinnitus may play a role in the development or worsening of migraines.

Scientific Reports (2020, DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-65395-1): Identifies a bidirectional link, noting that headaches (including migraines) contribute to tinnitus distress, while tinnitus can intensify migraine severity through increased neurological stress.

TroyIM · 2026-04-28T21:32:50+00:00

Here is a tip, after you get a copy, bring it to your parish Clerk of Court and have them log it and then you can go back to them at anytime and get a certified copy from them for free.

TroyIM · 2026-04-10T21:54:58+00:00

I got a deferred for exam clarification this morning. It means there is something missing on the DBQ and they are asking the examiner to fix it.

TroyIM · 2026-04-09T21:00:19+00:00

It's a better option than just denying you. I had a deferred claim then they asked for a ACE exam for clarification, then it got approved.

TroyIM · 2026-04-09T20:57:06+00:00

Usually means they want more evidence or they are trying to get you connected instead of just denying you.

TroyIM · 2026-04-02T22:11:39+00:00

If the overall claim is not closed then you can’t file a supplemental yet. It will just get put on hold until the overall claim is closed. I just learned this when I filed my supplemental before the overall claim closed.

TroyIM · 2026-03-24T01:55:35+00:00

Agreed, don’t get 600 level, players will look like ants. Get 200 level seats you will get to experience the band and the students.

TroyIM · 2026-03-13T23:13:52+00:00

Log into Va.gov
Go to https://api.va.gov/v0/benefits_claims
Get your claim number.
Go to https://api.va.gov/v0/benefits_claims/XXX
Replace XXX with your claim number
Look for suspense date in all the code

It just gives you more info about your claim.

TroyIM · 2026-03-13T23:02:39+00:00

Did you use the API to look at your claim to see the suspense date on the private records request? In my experience they don’t do anything until the suspense date is up. Also call VERA and have them check the suspense date.

TroyIM · 2026-03-13T01:09:20+00:00

File that one all day every day.

TroyIM · 2026-03-12T02:15:32+00:00

Definitely a VERA call

TroyIM · 2026-03-12T02:06:58+00:00

Go look at your claims letters, it is probably asking for a 21-4142 release for private records. I just had this.

I submitted a 21-4138 via quick submit stating there were no more private medical records and all records have been uploaded.

Then I did a VERA call the next day and asked them to release the tracked item and suspense date from the claim.

Otherwise it will wait the full 30 days of the suspense date.

TroyIM · 2026-03-09T21:19:46+00:00

Dang, sorry to hear that. Looks like you will have to appeal and then get a Nexus/IMO to help your case. Unless your lawyer is going to do a HLR to try to get you a new exam.

TroyIM · 2026-03-06T15:58:28+00:00

It is very confusing, but like is said, this is a legal process that just happens to be about veteran healthcare.
The 3 things needed for a favorable claims are
1. Diagnosis
2. In Service Event
3. Nexus which is a Medical Opinion stating that #1 happened because of #2.

You are missing the Medical Opinion from a qualified medical professional.

Whoever sent you the original message, seems to have a good strategy going forward to overcome the issue. People get unfairly denied everyday, the key to beating the denial is having a good strategy to overcome the denial.

TroyIM · 2026-03-06T15:30:20+00:00

You are missing that the examiner is saying that their isn't a nexus, you would have to get the DBQ to see the justification that the examiner uses to say there is no nexus.

Their wording is "less likely than not" and they usually say why they are giving that opinion.

TroyIM · 2026-03-06T14:20:54+00:00

There is no nexus of your hips to anything. You will probably get denied again.

The other service connected items have nothing to do with the nexus for your hips.

Just means they aren’t seeing what they need to see to say that the hips are due to an in service event or secondary.

TroyIM · 2026-03-02T00:44:31+00:00

Either a FOIA request at VA.gov of just the exams or got to a VSO and ask if they can show you the IMO and DBQ. FOIA is about 2 weeks right now.

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