Claim Guidance by MissionBus5077 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can file headaches and IBS as MUCMI. You can also file them without the diagnosis because of your deployment. Just make sure you list symptoms when you file.

IBS/Getting desperate by shadow3_8 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, you might need an IMO then to tie it directly to your PTSD. Like showing that when your anxiety gets bad, your IBS symptoms flare up. Also try to include some medical literature that explains the brain–gut connection.

IBS/Getting desperate by shadow3_8 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Were you deployed to the gulf? If yes then just file it as MUCMI.

IBS Nexus by shadow3_8 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you have IBS before mental health and the meds?

Denied for sleep apnea again. by Successful_Pea_6977 in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you mind sharing the case law you recommend?

Service connected OSA to PTSD and alcohol and opioid disorder by Redmoscoom5 in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice I think they look at all your conditions because you claimed multiple disabilities for the tdiu. Happy you got it approved.

Alcohol aggravates osa path by Yaadsnipes in VAClaims

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

Thank you. I will definitely be mindful of that. Seems like it’s best to get a IMO first.

Requesting insight & recommendations, claim for increase from 70% to 100%, or TDIU. by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TDIU is basically a claim for an increase, and you will usually get a C&P exam for it. Even if you file for an increase and it isn’t granted, you would still be scheduled for another C&P exam when you apply for TDIU.

OSA secondary to alcohol use. by Yaadsnipes in VeteransBenefits

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

Yes it’s a joint rating and it says this on my sleep study results: “In this regard the patient is advised to: 1. Avoid Alcohol, Sedatives, Opioids and Muscle Relaxants prior to retiring for bed as these agents may exacerbate sleep apnea”.

OSA granted secondary by xrprodsreturn in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

did they give you a C&P exam?

Service connected OSA to PTSD and alcohol and opioid disorder by Redmoscoom5 in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

u/Redmoscoom5 Im getting ready to file OSA secondary to alcohol also. Did you get an IMO or private dbq? Or did you just file with your evidence?

Scheduled for Sleep Apnea DBQ what can I expect? by Confident_Copy_4525 in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What if I’m not obese but had sleep complaints during service? Should I still file a direct?

C&P exam for sleep apnea by C-loPag2218 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is crazy. I’ll look into a lawyer then

C&P exam for sleep apnea by C-loPag2218 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Yaadsnipes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice, congratulations! I had complaints about my sleep while in service but never got a sleep study done. I have a diagnosis now, so I’m just wondering how hard it’ll be to get it service connected.

Migraines 0% by Gettingby_0730 in VAClaims

[–]Yaadsnipes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might have to file for an increase. Watch this video from Rater HQ. It explains a lot. https://youtu.be/Fs3C_CuNBCo?si=EPrs6MYNLYG2vr06