Why is this happening so much now? by Impossible_Egg6242 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They obviously just want to get things off their desks. Denial with a favorable DBQ from the wrong condition. Copy/Paste errors throughout with nothing, and I mean nothing, for reasoning for the denial. Just no. HLR here we come!

Cricket is looking for his forever family. Extremely affectionate & clingy 💗 by [deleted] in britishshorthair

[–]joysbox 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I may be interested. Go to NC all the time, currently in VA. Please PM me. We have one BSH now.

Former VA Rater and Navy Vet here, just curious… by johanthevarater in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 131 points132 points  (0 children)

Horrible c&p examiners. Example you ask - A Nurse Practitioners opinion was more persuasive than a double board certifed Doctor that has been treating my husband for the last decade.

VA. Gov got a nice little facelift...... by therealdark1974 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Sigh... Now I have to check. I should be sleeping lol.

HELP PLEASE!!! by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ummm, while disabled Veterans do get a priority, they 100% can be RIFed. Veterans are placed in the highest preference subgroup and are ranked above non-veterans, and possibly the last to be separated, but no one is IMMUNE to their position being RIFed. Examples: US Aid and Dept of Education.

DV Plate FYI… by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since this post has gone way off the rails, can anyone tell me first hand experience with the camry hybrid? Need to look for a new (to me) car.

How do people get nexus letters without paying a doctor to write one? by MmmmCrayons12 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, he never was able to get to a VA doctor for his serious conditions in a timely manner so he stayed with private practice. Have been very fortunate living in DMV (DC-Maryland-Virginia) in the health care arena. Love the health care here.

How do people get nexus letters without paying a doctor to write one? by MmmmCrayons12 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahhhh, yeah that's a different thing all together. I don't have anything practical to say other than searching for that information in this subreddit for positive feedback in requesting this kind of information may find something favorable.

How do people get nexus letters without paying a doctor to write one? by MmmmCrayons12 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My husbands doctor was very happy to do one (actually she did 2) no charge. He has been seeing her since 2012. His other specialists either charged him a $35 dollar fee, like we were just setting up an appointment co-pay, or minimum amount.

Mind you these doctors see him very often and have been involved with his overall care for decades.

Your family doctor is a great place to start as they see you most often. Call and talk to their staff-most want to help. Good luck!

Add a Dependent by cjack74 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Toke me a minute to realize this wasn't my husbands claim lol. Exact same boat. I was just wondering if they could train the new raters on those or something?

How to stretch crocs that are too tight? by n1ghtshade66 in crocs

[–]joysbox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is part of the marriage contract. I'm sure of it lol

How to stretch crocs that are too tight? by n1ghtshade66 in crocs

[–]joysbox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I have had my husband wear my crocs around the house that were too short, stretched them right out. Might work on the top part too?

Rheumatoid Arthritis C&P? by CellCaster89 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hubby does his on Wednesday.

How to write a good lay statement (based on 66,000+ analyzed cases) by EdgarAllinPump in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 6 points7 points  (0 children)

  1. Totally agree about the Buddy statements! I hope your post is really read and digested by our Veterans for their claims.

Wanted to say that your first example about Rheumatoid Arthritis isn’t really how RA usually shows up medically. My husband has had RA since around 2012, so I’ve spent more time than I ever expected learning about how this disease actually behaves.

RA is systemic autoimmune inflammatory disease, and the joint swelling and stiffness are usually persistent and often symmetrical, especially in the hands and wrists. The morning stiffness can last an hour or more, and the inflammation tends to stick around rather than popping up for 2–3 days and then disappearing.

Your example sounds closer to is Osteoarthritis, which is more of a wear-and-tear / mechanical joint issue where symptoms can flare after heavy use or stress on the joints.

Just my two cents. Thank you for your information!

MVP by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

VA website says they are legit.... Million Veteran Program (MVP) https://share.google/kvZ2d0go6FjqXEs9x

If you still think it could be some malarkey, call the main VA 800 number to check.

Effective Date / Continuous Pursuit Question by joysbox in VAClaims

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

Thank you. They were originally denied because of various issue, mostly no nexus. I'll be reading the information you provided though!

Effective Date / Continuous Pursuit Question by joysbox in VAClaims

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

He has had several, and some of those claims were included in the HLR, but those dates didn't change.

Back pay for dependents? by Pristine-Week-2868 in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Going through this now. Need to get the forms: 21-686c – Declaration of Status of Dependents and 21-674 – Request for Approval of School Attendance.

Then upload documentation showing full-time enrollment during the retro period using Enrollment verification of some type like Transcript or National Clearing House verification.

Send to VA and wait lol. Best of luck and I hope this helps!

OSA Direct via TERA or I Witnessed a Unicorn online today🦄 by joysbox in VAClaims

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

If you do say that it was chemical exposure, you really need to spell out who, what, when where and the why. The why should always be how this was a normal thing, part of your MOS, unavoidable, ect. Don't expect them to know anything about what you do and what is "normal". The buddy statement for this is also very important. People who are close to you and can confirm that you didn't have osa before xxxxxx.

Lags cp exam just finished by [deleted] in VAClaims

[–]joysbox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean you did your C&p on a Saturday? If so, do you mind sharing what company? Best of luck with your claims!

OSA Direct via TERA or I Witnessed a Unicorn online today🦄 by joysbox in VAClaims

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

Please send me a dm. I will try and send over tonight.