Erectile Dysfunction and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know

In this video Leah discusses the prevalence and challenges of erectile dysfunction (ED) among male veterans. She emphasizes the reluctance many men feel in discussing this sensitive issue with healthcare providers and encourages veterans to seek help, even if it means writing down their concerns. Leah explains that ED can be service-connected, arising from incidents during active duty or related to other service-connected disabilities, such as trauma, psychiatric issues, medications, hypertension, diabetes, and prostate cancer. She notes that ED can qualify for VA disability compensation, including special monthly compensation beyond regular disability payments. Leah also provides an overview of the Disability Benefit Questionnaire (DBQ) used in the evaluation process, clarifying that genital examinations are optional and detailing how the questionnaire assesses ED and related conditions.
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[@makahbee9382]

After much research, I saw many examiners denying claims due to being new and misinformation, So, I opted for a Nexus and DBQ for ED Secondary to MDD (Depression) from Leah and her team, just to make sure I had all the Proper documents when filing. Amazing Nexus letter and DBQ! No in person C&P was scheduled - Medical Opinion only. SUCCESS!! - THANK YOU LEAH!!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Big hugs buddy thank you for watching and thank you for the awesome feedback as always =-)

[@scrapguy6816]

Me and my veteran friends call it broke d#$%. Guys need to get past the stigma of it. And get the compensation that they deserve. Thanks for sharing this topic in a very comfortable manner.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@jameshall865]

Great presentation I have suffered from this condition for years. I didn’t realize it was compensated until a couple years ago. Went through the c&p examination and was denied. Didn’t pursue the issue because they granted me permanent and total disability. Now I know it makes a difference.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Sorry to hear you have been suffering from this. Glad to hear you have your P&T

[@linohaynes7631]

@@prestigeveteranmedical Hi I just got denied for Ed can I get a phone number to call I think I need a Nexus letter

[@BeachsideHank]

Very difficult subject to discuss, most guys would rather take a beating than to acknowledge any problems whatsoever with that aspect of their life, but you handled it in a clinical, professional and enlightened manner by speaking to peripheral factors that could also impact the situation, in short you illustrate how to fix the problem, not the blame-- excellent presentation as always.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@padronray81]

Great video Ma’am! Very informative and helpful for those that need this issue addressed by the VA!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@TheShadowman68]

As always Lea great job. I’m working (waiting) on an ED claim. Have lower back/mid back issues and 2 Hernia surgeries (reduced feeling as I think he cut a nerve). You confirmed what I always believed. TY

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching!! I am glad this was helpful. Please subscribe if you haven't already as I truly appreciate the support in growing the channel!

[@Gabriel-rr5vb]

Thank you!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@tommarinevet]

Great video, thanks

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@anned8634]

I was able to get it due to nerve damage from the debridement surgery for fournier's gangrene after being given Jardance for service connected diabetes

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am so sorry to hear this

[@manuelsalazar1497]

Need help with this. ED Could you review my case.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Keep me posted on this sir!

[@NeoSoulCrew]

Had a c&p exam for ED related to mental health yesterday. The NP told me she wasn't a urologist and didn't seem to want to do the penis examination. She told me I could decline it since she wasn't able to provide anything regarding the visual exam. I declined it but will this be used against me? I wasn't going to force her to do a genital exam.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear that sir. That is a shame that she made you feel that way. Erectile Dysfunction is well within the scope of a NP in the family practice setting. It should not be used against you at all (unless you meet the criteria for greater than 0% which would require penile deformity).

[@Dave-x8j]

Sorry, this happened to you. You should always get the help and treatment you deserve as a vet. This is why these benefits are offered. I had the opposite happen to me. I had no idea there would be a physical exam. I felt I looked totally normal and had no deformities or big surgeries. It just wasn't working anymore. I was greeted w a 26 yr old female NP. We spoke and she filled out some paperwork. She had to explain retrograde ejaculation as I never heard of that. I was so ashamed and embarrassed at the idea of having a female look at, touch, and inspect my genitals, testicles, penis....it was horrifying and I felt in shock. Then after her having been in the room with me for 20 mins asking questions with the door closed, she said it was time for a genital and rectal exam. I was extremely uncomfortable. It took me many years to even talk about this and what they gave me was a 20-something female...and worse, she was attractive. I know this sounds old-fashioned, but I'm an older guy and I felt humiliated. I DID NOT WANT TO DO THIS. She never told me I didn't need to do this for her report to go to claims. She had a responsibility to tell me this. She did say I could take another day off, drive an hour and try again and perhaps there would be a male on staff but it took me 20 yrs to talk about it, the three months to get the appointment...and I am not in a position to take another day off without pay. I figured that if I didn't comply that I could not submit the claim. She then walked in the receptionist (she was answering phones and greeting in the lobby...likely not a nurse) and tells me that this other young lady is part of "my Care Team". I felt lied to, I felt ambushed and they stole all my power and dignity...there was nothing I could do. I felt helpless. They knew damn well an older man was coming in for this kind of exam a month in advance. They would NEVER ambush a female with two young males...NEVER. The subcontract provider was LHI in Fayetteville, NC. I have never felt so humiliated and emasculated as for an inexperienced young nurse and the receptionist watching while I have a genital and prostate exam. I sat in my car after and broke down. I have now been in therapy for 9 months (for other things too) and have a lot of issues...this is definitely one of them. I wish I was told what the appointment was for instead of just reporting to the exam location. I wish they told me it was a girl. I wish I knew there was a physical piece to this. I wish I knew I could have declined the physical. So emasculating.....this is how male vets get treated...just another number and who cares how you feel. Unimportant. So two young ladies got to learn on me like I was a forced guinea pig...and that's how I felt. Had the tables been turned and two young males walked in to observe a female gynecological and rectal exam with the door closed there would most certainly be lawyers involved. We need to change policies to match what females get. Men, especially retired, older vets should not be treated like meat or second-class citizens. I will never ask for treatment or submit myself to an exam like this as long as I live. Thanks, LHI...and thanks, nurse provider. I am so angry and there is absolutely nothing can do.

[@lookissjaxin]

@@Dave-x8jyou’re right; if the tables turned it would be a massive response defending the patient’s rights. You’re ABSOLUTELY 💯 percent right. I hope you feel better knowing that you’re in the right completely.

[@jesalii0611]

Ma’am need your help wring a claim or a secondary claim for ED. Would you be able to help

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Sure thing would you like to email me at [e-mail] or if you provide me your email address I can email you as well

[@ernestofigueroa7215]

Hi! Can a doctor outside VA fill out this DBQ despite it being a VA form?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Absolutely

[@michaelmcmurphy3781]

Helicopter crash in 2003. Noticed L4, L5, and S1 issues shortly thereafter. Put on testosterone and 2008. Retired in 2011. Now service connected for ED at 0% and can’t figure out why I can’t get anything more. With my sciatica and back problems, half the time I can’t even feel my penis even if it did work.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir thank you for watching

[@demondspiller2989]

Am i missing something? So if i have been diagnosed with ed, and its service connected, why am i only getting 0%. What's the purpose of even making a claim?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You should be getting something called special monthly compensation which is an extra 130 dollars or so per month

[@richardhogeland8597]

filed second to ptsd had nexus dx but was denied

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

So sorry to hear this sir

[@AllanMorga-kd8ew]

How about vasectomy?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir a vasectomy is a surgical procedure not a medical condition

[@anthonyperry5554]

I want you to help assist with the claim

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Greetings sir and thank you for watching. I do not assist with the administrative claims process but if you are looking for a nexus letter we may be able to assist. Please email us at [e-mail]

[@anthonyperry5554]

Thanks

[@bigtime911]

Will checking no to unable to gain penetration and ejaculate. Will cause me to be denied?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

It should not

[@bigtime911]

@@prestigeveteranmedical thanks seems like it was a trick question

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

@@bigtime911 I can def see that

[@spyxxx566]

What about when you do this as an ACE review exam? is it a straight forward to be more favor to be approved ?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

It really just depends on the specifics of the case and all of the facts supporting. Best of luck if you are pending this one!

[@spyxxx566]

how long after being prescribed of 'Viagra' would be a strong enough case to file ED secodaty to PTSD/Anxiety meds for SMC_K?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

That is a great question. You could do it right away. Generally speaking the VA considers a condition "chronic" if has been over 6 months I believe. That doesnt mean you need to be on the meds that long, just having the symptoms.

[@spyxxx566]

ok, the diagnostic is more important than the meds. many VA doctors though would diagnose first in order to prescribe to meds.

[@georgemaxwell3467]

Is diabetes a claim on its own yet or no??

[@wecountingmoneyoverhere2517]

​@@georgemaxwell3467 I think so, my friend said he got a claim of diabetes approved. Put it in