VA Unemployability: Everything You Need to Know!

[@CombatCraig]

🔵 It’s Time To Get Serious About Your Veterans Benefits! ❇ SUPERCHARGE your VA CLAIM! 🤠 Sign up for Boot Camp www.combatcraig.com

[@jameshoffman4778]

Is there a age limit? To qualify?

[@BlackRVer]

Listen fellow Vets ..... I found CC sometime ago, I have been taking his advice. Not blindly, I have double check the info. CC is the MAN, the voice of the Veterans and he is sharing knowledge. Keep up the Great work CC and have a fine Navy Day.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@MIKEMARIO1]

BZ shipmate, CC aim high air force military/civilian in-betweeniees

[@LawDogg01]

Amen 🇺🇸

[@bruceayers512]

Amen to that Doc. Semper Fi. 8404/0000's Rule

[@SteveC-pk4io]

RIGHT ON; SEMPER FI

[@thevoltwithinu8430]

I was denied every time for TDIU till I figured out that a doctors not would help. So I sent it into the DAV and they sent them deck heads it. Maybe a month later I was checking my bank account and they dropped $48,000 into it. And I got TDIU P&T cause they said there is no need for anymore evidence. The note said, from memory, that I cannot work due to my 70% PTSD and it is expected to last the rest of my life. He was my doctor for over 3 years. Which helps more than a newer doctor im guessing. Anyways, just wanted to share my story. Keep fighting the good fight brothers and sisters.

[@CombatCraig]

☝️☝️

[@LJ2LIVE]

Cool yeah the VA increase my rating for PTSD last year and told me to fill out the form for IU I’ve been waiting almost a year at the end of this month will make a year I’m just kind of worried since I did not have any extra evidence I hope they use my stuff from my C&P appointment cause the IU claim is added to my previous ptsd claim I hope I do not get denied

[@MBeezey]

@@LJ2LIVE How did it go?

[@deeannhansen1469]

Who did you hire to do the vocational assessment??

[@basicbarks]

Although I've been 100% P&T since 2018, I still come to CC just to keep up on the latest news....great info for all!!!

[@CombatCraig]

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[@LawDogg01]

Same here.

[@jmrandall770]

Just got 100% TDIU P&T this week. Thanks for all the great information.

[@jamesdouglas6721]

So tdiu can be p and t?

[@jmrandall770]

@@jamesdouglas6721yes

[@claytonyoung3273]

Great advice CC! I had my TDIU claim denied last month and I even had a vocational expert. I appealed it and today the rater called and told me that he looked at the vocational letter and decided to grant me TDIU! So for those of you who get denied with a vocational expert just appeal it! Chances are some yahoo didn't look at it or did and decides to basically ignore it.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@pablocardone214]

Back pay!!!!!$!$!$!$!$!$!

[@CombatCraig]

@@pablocardone214 💵💵💵

[@divadrestas]

Do you mind sharing how much the vocational expert charged?

[@Alan-cw8vy]

@@divadrestas My Law Firm, CCK, paid 600 dollars for mine. Waiting for decision.

[@jriver64]

I thank God Almighty for Veterans like you. You make me feel at home already, being thankful that I am not alone in a world where my fellow-Americans are still alive and doing what they should be doing to get their benefits, if they have not already. And I thank you, C.C for sharing all of your knowledge and expertise in the areas of VA Benefits and all that it has to offer to me and my loved ones. Thank you. Thank you, Combat Craig. We hear you! We hear you loud and clear,

[@CombatCraig]

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[@jamilking8322]

I got out in 2011 I filed a claim after I found your videos June 2023 I got 80% in aug and I just got approved tdiu p&t oct 31 2023 thanks!!

[@williamsmith8880]

Did you get letters from former employers, co-workers, and family members? I'm about to embark on this journey and I'm trying to gather letters before I file for the claim. I'm just curious to what duck's I should have in a row before I go do it.

[@larryveillette5127]

Hello Craig, Woo Hoo, i'm part of the 100 P & T club. My atty at CCK Law in Rhode Island just informed me today that I am now 100% P & T and it only took 3 months from 80%. Keep up the great work, it's appreciated by many.

[@CombatCraig]

Welcome to the Hundo Club man!

[@boskinner9328]

I was extremely blessed. I filed for ssdi and got approved first try. My claim was approved from injuries related to my military service however they are not service connected yet.

[@CombatCraig]

Off to a good start

[@St4rSn1p3r]

Fellow Vets: I worked in law enforcement & had to resign due to my service connection disabilities 15 months ago. I am %70 for mental health and I had my VSO send each employment denial letter from every County/Agency I applied for with my medical records. I was accepted for TDIU only after 3 months of my claim, he believes the letters where what speed tracked & approved my claim.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@dawidbenyahudahisrael6959]

Thanks for the helpful comment. am trying to get TDIU. I am just trying to understand when you say you have your VSO representative send each of your employment denials. What did you mean by this? I am hoping I can use this technique but don’t think I understand. Any commentary appreciated.

[@St4rSn1p3r]

Most agencies/counties should send a letter thanking you for applying after the interview process if you didn't get the job. I had one call me instead & told them to send it in a letter for my records. I had my VSO send those letters with my claim.

[@helenmonday0]

I have a similar story. After Iraq, I worked in law enforcement. After receiving the first 50% in mental health I was pushed out. I have been TDIU for 16 months and I am not taking it for granted!

[@DRAGNET-pn5vf]

THANKS CRAIG, I FINALLY JOINED YOUR LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP. THE WEALTH OF INFO YOU GIVE IS PRICELESS. IF YOU'RE GONNA GET INVOLVED WITH FILING A VA CLAIM YOU BETTER GET INFORMED WITH CORRECT KNOWLEDGE AND FACTS. THANKS CRAIG. 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@CombatCraig]

Welcome aboard!

[@mikem.6340]

One major point that Craig didn’t touch base on, is besides going to your appointments for service connection, MAKE SURE YOU ARE RENEWING YOUR MEDS EVERY MONTH. The VA DOES look at your prescription history when making a decision on your claim. Even if you don’t take them, GET THEM. If you’re not taking your meds but are trying to claim 100% you WILL be shot down.

[@CombatCraig]

I agree!

[@harold306]

Was just bumped to 80 percent 40 for back and 4 20 percents for radicolopothy and 10 for ulna nerve moved. My legal rep immediately put in for tdiu. Gotta love the va math. Been out of work for 8 months now. Thanks for the videos.

[@mr.constitution]

Too many vets are ignorant of their benefits or think they are being proud by not using them. If you got hurt in the military, get your disability rating. You gave at least 3 years of your life to your country. That's no small sacrifice.

[@CombatCraig]

☝️💯

[@callende]

Thanks for saying that. years, I had a misconception about not working and was hiding my depression. A friend who is also a veteran told me for 10 YEARS...APPLY - Specifically for pension at the time because I wasn't working for a period of time due to my depression. She couldn't give me a better piece of advice. I thank God and her every time I get an increase in a rating. FELLOW COMRADES, APPLY! YOU EARNED IT! 🫡

[@helenmonday0]

I had to fight to get TDIU. It wasn’t easy. Nonetheless, the VA didn’t want to hear my story on how I was in a dual military marriage. Sent us both to Iraq within a two month period with me going first. I can write a book! PTSD, military sexual trauma…..migraines, tinnitus! I’m going to wait for each challenge the VA brings and I will poor out every truth to include leaving my kids behind so I could fight in a war that a lot of people claimed as “conscientious objectors”….I went without a second thought!

[@chino2037]

Combat Craig you are a great human being. Thanks for caring and thanks for everything that you do to help the Veteran Community. The VA definitely would rather have big bonuses than to have to pay us what we have earned. You are 💯 % right when you say that they are not our friends.

[@CombatCraig]

Exactly!

[@juliannetaylor9989]

You're 100% right. The veteran is their own best advocate. You have to educate yourself, videos, CFR, citations, pubmed. Only the veteran knows their aches and pains and you need to learn about secondaries, if applicable. The VA will not help you. They look at the evidence you supply them. It's the facts. The only time feelings come into play is your statement in support of claim. I'll be submitting my vocational (physician's) statement that I used for my medical retirement from federal government job. He's very experienced with workman's comp, federal retirement, VA claims. Recently approved, so I'll be submitting my approval letter as well. I filed TDIU in my last claim, in the event I couldn't get to 100 scheduler. I got to 100 p&t, but still sending the TDIU paperwork. Thanks for all you do, CC.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@samslittlefarm9425]

You are doing a great benefit for us veterans. Great information.

[@CombatCraig]

Thanks Sam🤠

[@pablocardone214]

Spead the TRUTH!!!! Showing all my hard headed Marines...to let go of ego and get PAID!!!!!!!!!

[@CombatCraig]

Exactly man!

[@benjamindavis8680]

One of your fellow Marines who working with VA learned that I was receiving 10%. When I reported applying job go denied to my disability she was angry. I found out that she wrote two page letter with few choice words and her anger directed toward them. I am now p&t 100% employment disabled plus general disability is 60%. That's how I made it home club. Imagine when I checked bank accounts and discovered the back pay and that months check.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@RJW27]

Hello Craig, the VA hired and Contracted a Licensed Psychologist to review and determine my claim, so a Vocational expert is not the only option that the VA has. Also, determining factors for TDIU is have the Veteran has been fired from the very job they worked. That is a determining factor for TDIU to verify workability and the reasons for the termination as well. Also, just like Social Security, a Veteran must not have worked for a year or more. Showing unworkability. I am going through mine right now.

[@steelers-ne7hx]

I am tdiu p&t extra scheduler because of your videos. Keep this up.

[@CombatCraig]

💵🇺🇸✅💰💯

[@karlkoznoski4785]

July 17th my first C@ P tinnitus . Thanks for the inspiration.

[@johnmartin9823]

One of the perks when I received my TDIU P&T, was $10,000 worth of free life insurance from the VA. There are many more but this one seemed to stay hidden..But, there was a time limit to apply for it, from the VA. Not sure if it was one year or three years from tha date of the award.

[@CombatCraig]

Yup thats also one of them for sure

[@Inglewood_Addition]

I absolutely love this guy. A lot of knowledge and is always willing to share. I’ve learned so much and was able to get an idea as to which way to move when it comes to filing my claims. Thanks #CombatCraig… from a retired #Army 🇺🇸 Soldier

[@CombatCraig]

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[@websterwagnerhennessy5927]

Your Videos are very helpful . I had to apply for IU back in November and was just approved for it !

[@CombatCraig]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adamcastillo1951]

Fought va for 7 yrs to get my rating. After all my appointments, mri's, x-rays and poking and prodding im at 90% with tdiu, permanent and total.

[@CombatCraig]

Nice 👍

[@k2icc]

I just got my letters from VA. Lost a great job on 2014 due to injury while in service. They felt liable, so had to let me go for medical reasons. Applied for lower back and got it the second time. Las letters were for Gulf War related, some approved, some not. Also, got a letter asking me to file properly for Headache, depression and PTSD. Will check back with Hill and Ponton to see, as this may seem to be asking for a Higher-Level review, as stated on the letter. There are other things I need to check as I see no mention of CPAP, etc.

[@CombatCraig]

Sounds like your headed in the right direction man!

[@kevindouglas1143]

Thank You for the info,@30% waiting for increse decision.then tdiu

[@biggdawg9542]

Thanks CC. LET ME READ AND write my claims in

[@CombatCraig]

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[@ronald3655]

Bam ! This is the Man. You are a Damn Fool if you don’t follow his advice. He is on it, 100%.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@MIKEMARIO1]

I'm a combined 100 TDIU with SMP, unemployability, housebound, aid attendant, the holy grail of the pay chart, and I didn't know about any vocational didn't do that, everything I did to get my rating I did myself before even finding CC , I started out with an American legion VSO put my initial claim then I ran with everything else, done Aug 2021 started in September 2020.

[@CombatCraig]

👍☝️

[@werewolf1251]

Did not catch the live, but excellent as always Mr. CC. Happy White Claw Balck Cherry:30 tonight!

[@CombatCraig]

Maybe next time man!

[@davidmurray9844]

Thank you for sharing CC , I appreciate your help, times are tough but hanging in there.

[@CombatCraig]

You got this!

[@boskinner9328]

I'm in se Missouri. I will try to find one. I've been jobless since 2019 as a result of my disabilities that I have not been approved for yet.

[@CombatCraig]

👍

[@joncsoriano5163]

Really happy for you, channel is getting bigger

[@CombatCraig]

Thanks Jon. Yeah the audience is growing man and more veterans are getting wins which makes me smile!

[@0000mot]

You are a big help to my Father thank you.

[@CombatCraig]

👍👍

[@rbernsteen]

This is one of the best videos you've made, and I got my tinnitus claim approved because of your advice, I was too intimidated to put in my ptsd claim until I started watching your videos, thank you, it's going on 7 months deferred, so I'll check back

[@CombatCraig]

Sounds good Robert!

[@MartinLopez-ys5dm]

You do well Craig. Thanks.

[@CombatCraig]

I appreciate that!

[@comm2531]

CC. Can you expand about this veteran case that has gone to the Supreme Court over back pay for disability stating EQUITABLE TOLLING? It sounds like a veteran would have to claim it and it won't be automatic if this veteran wins this case. Do a video on this please.

[@CombatCraig]

I will when the case is won man!

[@lillianwilliamson5609]

google Adolfo Arellano equitable tolling you can read all about it.

[@juanpablomagadan5296]

So a combined rating of 70%. What if I’m trying to claim TDIU because of my Anxiety which is at 50%, so since is combined do I have to say that another of my disability is preventing me from working so it can be at least 60%? I’m overall 80% disabled. Or can I go ahead and apply with my 50% anxiety?😊

[@RobertAshmead-bg2lw]

I got TDIU i hired a lawyer and they brought a vocationally expert and they were able to explain substancial gainful empoyeement and as soon as the expert finished talking the lawyer tried to speak to complain about something and the judge immidiatly stopped my disability lawyer and said im about to rule in favor for your client are you sure you want to object and continue the lawyer said no your honor and i got apporved that quick and easy. The lawfirm i had hired figured my case was so solid the gave my case to a new lawyer i was his very first case and the judge kept having to help and prompt the lawyer. I was so pissed about that but my point is 100% of the success came from the vocational expert the lawyer was less than helpful in court

[@justincase1481]

Hey Craig, you always give the best advice I really appreciate it. I have one more question. I'm 10% tinnitus, 70% depression with adjustment disorder, and appealing a denial on migraines pending a proper nexus. I plan on filing for TDIU and getting a vocational assessment, I haven't worked a steady job in years. Should I apply for TDIU with vocational assessment for 70% + 10% now and see if it gets denied, then if/when I get migraines connected, appeal their decision with this "new evidence". OR should I just wait to see if I get the migraines service connected to come strong with all 3 from the start, which means I'd have to wait a few months until I get a migraine decision. I assume the VA won't care since about the migraines in an assessment since they're not service connected "yet..", and therefor "not their problem" to consider as evidence for TDIU. Simply put, should I apply to TDIU now to get an earlier start with my current 70% + 10%, then add migraines later on if they get service connected?

[@CombatCraig]

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[@Delta75Bravo]

I see this a year later, just about to get my mental health rating, then apply for headaches. Exactly same scenario. How has it worked out for you?

[@user-st3cy3rw9u]

I was rated at 90% after 6 weeks making my initial claim for PTSD, and TBI. They then said here’s a VA form 21 8940 for 100% TDIU. We have this as a new claim for you(inferred). I then submitted my form last Monday and today I received in the mail, and email, as well as a phone call for C&P exams next week. The exams are for exactly the same thing I did 8 weeks ago for PTSD and TBI. Why would they make me have re-evaluation just two weeks after being rated at 90% and two months after having my initial C&P exams?? Nothings changed since other than my 100% TDIU application. They pretty much alrighty have my answers and medical records. Makes no sense. They couldn’t give me a definitive answer when I called.

[@CombatCraig]

Get a vocational expert man. Its not to late

[@msgrille2732]

new to the club...100% P&T...

[@CombatCraig]

💯💰🇺🇸🤠

[@AllanMorga-kd8ew]

To win TDIU VA should exclude service connected requirements. This law was made to help veterans because of unemployability and the service connection was secondary since the rating requirements include service connections.

[@roblindsey3751]

11 yrs of VSO fails and solo fighting to get to the 70% I'm at now, the first 3 of that to get the first 10% after a medical discharge. A few months ago I got a lawyer that charges 20% of any back pay they get but say I will be at 100% or TDIU 100% when they are done. That will more than double my disability and get me 80% of all back pay too. If I would have done this to start with I'd skipped a few yrs of hell. I say contacting a lawyer for an free evaluation right at the start is the way to go unless you have lots of reputable help that know the system.

[@followme7198]

Another awesome video and insights. Thank you very much.

[@CombatCraig]

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[@jamesthompson4513]

Great segment 👏

[@TranceCore3]

I went from 30 to 50. I'm shooting for 70% because my depression really does get the better of me, but part of making claims causes my depression to go haywire anyway.

[@jameskenisky6659]

Where do ER visits fit in with all of this? Also I just want to clarify that I am active duty and I getting a copy of my entire medical record tomorrow before they cut over to the new electronic health record.

[@CombatCraig]

Make sure you submit them🤠

[@connie1070]

Thank you Craig

[@CombatCraig]

Your welcome 🙏

[@nickusmp]

Awesome as always CC. I'm facing neck and back surgery due to my time, once thats fixes, does my % go down? Can't find an accurate answer.

[@CombatCraig]

It sure could💯

[@johnrobson1309]

I've been denied 3 times. I've got a month to go before my 4th decision. I'm expecting a different answer this time hopefully.

[@CombatCraig]

You've got this man!

[@robslane2163]

Look out for the AIR commission report today

[@CombatCraig]

Ok

[@AllanMorga-kd8ew]

Benefits like healthcare are often denied because of service connections. To claim eligibility and compensation , veterans should use unemployment.

[@expectnolove9978]

This is why we watch your channel, so we don't have to Google it!!!

[@CombatCraig]

😂😂

[@SuperANTHONY221]

sir you have to put in the extra work, it is well worth it in the end

[@deeannhansen1469]

Thank you for being our resource!! Can you hire a independent company to do a vocational assessment or will the VA still need to do one??

[@CombatCraig]

Yes hire a independent vocational expert for sure!

[@deeannhansen1469]

@@CombatCraig Any recommendations for hiring one and costs associated with hiring one?? TIA!!

[@michaeldaniels5584]

@CombatCraig I’m currently 90% and told my lawyer to apply for TDIU. I also asked, and found out all my claims are static. 👍 I understand the poverty level for work and also guarded employment option. My question is can TDIU last forever? Thanks for great info and videos. Also I’m 55 y/o

[@CombatCraig]

Once your permanent and total and you’ve had the same rating for 20 years it won’t be taken away because it’s protected

[@dwaynejones1555]

I recommend approach the VA as a Game. Got to know the rules Luv.

[@CombatCraig]

Yup 👍

[@mchunley]

Thanks so much for all the info you have shared. I have a big question: I just got 100% unemployable T & P on April 14, 2023 and effective date back to 9-20-2022. I have been working 3-4 days a week but paid for 40 hrs. Am I in danger in loosing this benefit now or can I make threshold after the 4-14-2023? Thanks for your reply.

[@irwinsailas5610]

Congratulations what was your original percentage? And for what disability if you don’t mind me asking?

[@mchunley]

@@irwinsailas5610 80%. However, I have gone from 10% on up over 13 years.

[@irwinsailas5610]

@@mchunley did you provide any vocational assessment with your IU claim?

[@mchunley]

@@irwinsailas5610 no, I figured I would have to go that route. It worked out that my issues caused me to take a FMLA from work. I used that as some of the medical evidence. Other issues with work made my case. I totally was shocked that it went through due to I filed it myself.

[@tyw6771]

Whetha it combat Craig or Supa Craig all da same.💯👍

[@CombatCraig]

Yup

[@boskinner9328]

Recently had c&p exam. I was diagnosed with medical and ptsd. Evaluator said my symptoms severely interfere with my social and occupational functions.the evaluated said more likely than not related to my military service. My pcl-5 score is a 70. What should I expect and how soon should I hear from the va.

[@boskinner9328]

Diagnosed with mdd and ptsd

[@CombatCraig]

I am not even going to attempt to speculate about what they might do or how long it might take but I hope you get everything that you deserve and then some💰💰

[@alang.1077]

I am 56 and was recently rated 100% due to TDIU. My scheduler rating is now 90%. I filed the claim in Aug 2020 and the VA is telling me I’m not entitled to back pay because I am retired military and collecting a pension. That doesn’t make sense to me because I was 30% scheduler before I filed the claim. Can you explain why they think I shouldn’t get the 20 months of back pay?

[@CombatCraig]

I can’t but I would call the VA and have them explain it to you man🤠

[@wickedoutdooradventures6694]

Are dr. Letters listings disability and how it affects your inability to work along with vocational experts a must ?

[@CombatCraig]

Might as well put yourself in the best possible situation to win your claim right:)

[@XDHoowee]

I'm on over a year waiting for a appeal to get passed by the judge. They said the average wait time is a year, they were wrong.

[@CombatCraig]

They are so full of lies and shit!

[@robradcliff6415]

What if you use the va's vocational "expert"? Just got told I qualify for VR&E, got told that I am favorable for the education, but that the vocational counselor herself, doesn't feel I am able to complete that type of education or training, however she worded it.

[@CombatCraig]

I’d hire a real vocational expert man. Counselors are risky at best👍

[@nonamenoname4641]

So regarding my denied claim... I had mentioned an event that triggered the pain and the cheating VA decided to use those words against me saying that, THAT EVENT is what caused the initial injury, not the armbar I got put into during a combatives tournament where my arm got over extended a bit and I didn't tap out on time ugh ... I am soo freaking livid with these cheating Fs...

[@CombatCraig]

I hear you man. It’s so frustrating!

[@joseo.5721]

I took your info and did some research, went from 20 to 40 now waiting for C&P on depression,once I get my decision I m going to file a TDIU CLAIM, all this from first scrolling through your videos to watching them over and over to doing my own research and asking questions, how do I thank you ?????????

[@CombatCraig]

You can thank me by getting the rating you think you deserve man!

[@frankienorarositas2060]

I am 70% and currently unable to work. Do you have a video on the temporary 100% unemployability?

[@slim_jojo]

When I was discharged they gave me 10% and I filed for social security they gave it to me soooo quick NO PROBLEM, like we don’t want no problems with VA, if they say u disabled YOU DISABLED!!!! I need my 100 % now though, plus back pay

[@CombatCraig]

Yup its all over the board for sure. For some of us its easy because we had the medical evidence and for most of us its not so easy

[@scrapguy6816]

Sorry I missed your live. It definitely has been awhile. Thanks for the informational video.

[@CombatCraig]

Yeah it was one of my famous hit the live button style lives:)

[@joeyholthusen6495]

Hmm 🤔 whats your take if you file as a LLC and invest in a small farm to keep your gross income down 👇 under 13k. Because i know many farmers that are worth millions and qualify for fuel assistance ect... lunch programs for the kids ect... because you don't work around anyone else. Plus your llc files as a separate entity. Then you pay yourself appropriately. It's marginal at best....

[@hectorfigueroa1686]

Thank you for all you do brother it’s me Hector from Texas when do the new proposed changes take place this month , this year ?

[@CombatCraig]

Not sure but I’m keeping an eye on it 👀👀

[@salsung73]

Yep I’m awakened to reality now. Wish that never happened. My life sucks

[@CombatCraig]

☝️☝️

[@thomasmoore6117]

i have extrschedular tdiu p&t and says no further evaluations required. this seem ok?

[@CombatCraig]

That sounds awesome man. Welcome to the Hundo Club!

[@thomasmoore6117]

only 80% but draw 100% 4 years no changes

[@thomasmoore6117]

@@CombatCraig thanks brother. love your videos, new follower and been binge watching your stuff

[@juliannetaylor9989]

'no further evals' was this in your c file? Or award letter? I'm p&t, and waiting for my rating code sheet to arrive to see what's static.

[@thomasmoore6117]

@@juliannetaylor9989 award letter

[@edwinmasangkay3853]

Combat Craig, always watch your vlog, I used the VSO to file my claim because the dude is a friend of my best friend. At the same time I was watching you. filed a claim in February of 2021 and I got C&P exam in March. On April I got approved for depression and trauma at 50 2 months later I got approved for PTSD with a total of 90 in all. I have used all the strategies you have now I am filing for TDIU glad to listen to you about TDIU waiting for the results. Now I my question is I have more claims to file like back injuries, sleep Apnea, leg pain as secondary, my scars that was not included in my claim yet should I lawyer up now to claim all this. what is your advice

[@CombatCraig]

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[@edwinmasangkay3853]

@@CombatCraig need your advice and willing to compensate for your time.

[@edwinmasangkay3853]

@@CombatCraig thinking about hill and potton so I can file my SSDI too.

[@scrapguy6816]

Lawyers only do appeals. That's after you filed a claim and been denied. File your claims like you did before. Or sign up for Combat Craig's bootcamp for advice and direction.

[@edwinmasangkay3853]

@@scrapguy6816 Thanks bro.

[@Terminal1stSausage]

Combat Craig TBI ? I have sustained multiple and in the process of BDD. The IED blast s are in my record, I have a PH is that enough to prove TBI with secondary symptoms?

[@anthonyfigueroa2395]

Is tdiu the same as just 100 percent or is that what they gave us when we're at 100 percent I'm confused

[@teofiloaviles8002]

Where can I get a vocational expert?

[@RiverBottomWarrior]

Hey folks status update: Was recently denied service connection for headaches secondary to tinnitis. From here listened to Combat Craig and contacted Hill and Ponton. Due to service load I got assisted by Bosley & Bratch. They helped me file HLR and due to me not working because of my service connections also filed UI. Got news last week awards went through and I was paid from when I was out of work. Folks if you can't do this yourself a favor and listen to Combat Craig and GET HELP. It's OK to have someone more knowledgeable talk to the VA. Semper Fi

[@CombatCraig]

🤠🤠

[@GregMeg]

Hey CC, isn't the VA YOUR primary care and private your secondary? Do you have no conflict with which insurance pay your claims? Or are you able to use private insurance as primary and VA secondary 🤔

[@CombatCraig]

That’s another battle man.

[@1voiceinthecrowd]

Can you speak more to the issue of seeking private care vs getting treatment at the VA? Ex: if one's service connection is mental health, does one half to do counseling at the VA to keep the rating, or will the VA accept private provider updates?

[@CombatCraig]

You just need medical evidence from somewhere man. A private doctor is the easiest and quickest alternative 🤠

[@1voiceinthecrowd]

Ok so there's a good chance the VA is bluffing when eluding to needing to continue treatment only with the VA mental health clinic on order to stay rated.

[@jameskenisky6659]

Craig, I have a question for you. So when I go to the tricare patient portal and I pull up me problems list I noticed that not every problem or encounter was listed. For example I had issues with my ankles not listed but my knee pain was. However, when I go into all of my encounters and into my HAIMS documents there are many other things I was seen for. Should I be concerned? For instance, I was diagnosed with sleep apnea but not on my problems list but in my encounter that a sleep study was done and a diagnosis was made.

[@CombatCraig]

I’ve never dealt with tricare man🤠

[@PanchoRob]

I never knew about TDIU until I was too old to get it. Stuck with my 70%

[@g.esmith6216]

no age limit

[@TheGraffiti600rr]

My rating is 80% and I have TDIU P&T. Recently the VA tested me for sleep apnea which they say I have. Should I pursue having that added to my rating or just keep my TDIU?

[@CombatCraig]

I’d just let it ride man🤠

[@ViralVidReview]

If i lose tdiu from not putting everything attached in the letter, can i appeal and send everything you said??? Please help

[@animalbeast6564]

I don’t know what evidence I need if I’ve been at 70% PTSD since my first rating? Can you help Mr. Craig?

[@CombatCraig]

Review your entire VA claims file and you’ll find it👍

[@SuperANTHONY221]

start researching secondary claims related to PTSD, a common secondary is migraines, its also a high value claim

[@AnchorAlchemist]

Great content!

[@CombatCraig]

Thanks man!

[@jeffreybaker8840]

Question: I did not know about "Helpless Child" benefits" when I filed my claim. I tried to file later an additional claim as the VA HELP person told me. However it was rejected for wrong form. Can you tell me what form to use to file. I am 90% disabled as of November 2021.

[@CombatCraig]

Nah man I don't know much about forms for dependents of any kind. Maybe someone else can chime in and help you out here in the comments.

[@gairamymathlin4415]

Hey 🤙🏼 haven’t seen anything about fibromyalgia claim / % , I’m airborne in Hawaii that fibromyalgia has sent me to the MEB

[@Eric-cn1me]

I recently got my 100% p&t. About 2 years ago my attorney organization filed for TDIU and the VA denied it. When I got denied TDIU, I was at 60%. Now since I'm 100% p&t my attorney organization is trying to get a backpay for TDIU. Do you think I should continue with trying to get a backpay for TDIU?

[@CombatCraig]

Your lawyer should know what they are doing🤠

[@callende]

@ 14:46. CC. They hate us so much because some of the raters want to be in a veteran's monetary-shoes getting the same pay as veterans. They hate us because they're in a corner office, hate their jobs, or aren't satisfied with their career choices, wishing they were us. Classic social services type thinking that vets are getting tax-free money. But they're wrong - VETS EARNED IT! I digress. I don't wish anyone in my shoes as a disabled vet. So, in the meantime, since I served my country honorably, RUN ME MY MONEY! I EARNED IT!

[@ryham1718]

What clinical study should I use to connect Gerd to my ptsd?

[@CombatCraig]

A nexus👍

[@steelers-ne7hx]

I got ssdi first then tdiu p&t

[@CombatCraig]

👍

[@mr.kilroy6818]

A social worker is just an Underdogs Pimp! ....Everyone here on C.C.s KZbin KEEP FIGHTING!

[@CombatCraig]

☝️☝️

[@dillllon3]

Hey, quick question, I've been having trouble finding any info about it online, but would it be possible to request TDIU on your initial BDD claim while you're still on AD? Seems like it would be a no for the most part, but just curious if it would be possible to argue.

[@boskinner9328]

What do I need to do my doc has put in my chart notes that due my chronic pain and mental health I'm unemployable. I'm only 10% right now still fighting for other disabilities.

[@CombatCraig]

Diagnosis symptoms and nexus🤠

[@jamesdouglas6721]

Can tdiu become p and t?

[@CombatCraig]

Yes!