Why The VA Never Questions THIS Claim (No Proof Needed)

[@vaclaimsacademy]

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[@MicheleSchriver]

How are your nexus letters free?

[@MicheleSchriver]

Very good , thank you so much!

[@blacqsmiththebanga]

There's an issue more of us need more information on. That issue is an effective date. Veteran's are getting denied on effective date appeals because of the rule that says they can be dated accordingly to last increase. Well, what if they weren't rated at ptsd in the first place. Then, they became rated at 100%?

[@Foochiface]

Free nexus letter link is an error 404

[@hocfamilytv]

Any videos on mst? I have a veteran lady that is struggling with this claim since she doesn’t have her records but has current diagnosis

[@Mike-yu4oh]

Got out of the military in 2002. Last year, I filed for non-combat PTSD(car accident) and 13 other conditions. I won all 13 conditions except PTSD. I did a high-level review and it took 2 months for them to find a duty to assist error. 3 months later, I was awarded a 70% PTSD rating and now considered 100% total and permanent. My family's lives have changed forever

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Woot! I love to hear that Mike, gave me chills

[@dingus505]

@@Mike-yu4oh congratulations. That's the goal

[@JamesSohol-t5s]

Jordan your the best! Being a grandmaster member has changed my life, thank you for putting everthing together at VA Claims Academy, Im winning with all my injuries now@ 70%, will be 100% soon because of your help! Thank you very much!

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Woot woot! Hearing stories like this never gets old James

[@Mr.frag-out]

Great information. i appreciate it. I filed for PTSD submitted stressor stament. 2 personal psych medical opinions. The VA did one telehealth and one in person psyhc exam. Totaling 4 mental health exams. The VA has yet to move my claim at all. They have just shelved it as it seems and are taking no action. I call i get the same response over and over. We need no more data from me yet still no action. It's been since January 2024. I thought i provided what they needed this is insane.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Hmm that's odd but not totally out of the ordinary. See if you can still submit a personal statement or form 0781, whichever one you haven't already submitted

[@D1SC1PL3_of_Knowledge]

I had 3 C&p exams for PTSD, it took them a year and half to approve me at 70%

[@iamKelvinJ]

Is this for combat related or non combat?

[@D1SC1PL3_of_Knowledge]

@@iamKelvinJ mine was for non combat, I had an attempted robbery, and later an assault

[@iamKelvinJ]

@@D1SC1PL3_of_Knowledge oh wow, I’m glad the approved you. I’m going through the process now. 🙏

[@LynnLeeMorales]

I got denied on my PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I need all the help. Thank you

[@ontimethatsme]

Thank you young man. I got out in 1972 and have been dealing with PTSD since then, I tried to file a claim for an injury as soon as I got out and was told that they could not find the records of my injury. long story short I gave up. the PTSD is out of hand anymore so I'm going to try for that. thanks' again.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I hope you’re able to get the rating you deserve

[@ontimethatsme]

@@vaclaimsacademy At this point in my life as much as I could use your help, I'm sure it would be out of my reach.

[@BakOnTopNow]

Sir, PLEASE reach out to this organization. Don't give up yet because you EARNED your benefits. From a fellow veteran, thank you for paving the way!​@ontimethatsme

[@stevenDavis-v3l]

I also got out in 1972, I've been rated at 50% for PTSD for about 6 years so go for it.

[@noddyroddy4841]

Thanks Jason. Submitted the Personal Statement for Migraines and just received my 50% Service Connection. I was at 0% and that Personal Statement made the difference, wording is everything. Thanks again.

[@ernesttrujillo2896]

😊good advice, a blessing, keep it up vets need people like you. Thanks for all you do.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I appreciate it Ernest

[@DennisSmathers]

This was intriguing! Thanks brother for all you do! I have been in for ten years plus and about to file my BDD claim. I have nightmares of working, training, and casualties on the ship as I’m a firefighter. I didn’t think this was anything to file for..

[@derekblackman3704]

I clearly understand the video and the point made for ‘Combat Related’ which helps. Those who research this will see that it’s part of a CRSC form that begins with…. “All of these must be true: You’re retired (and entitled to or receiving military retirement pay), and You have a VA disability rating of at least 10%, and You currently have your DoD retirement payments reduced by the amount of your VA disability payments”

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Yep that's to actually receive CRSC, which isn't really the point, the interesting part is what they say qualifies under "combat related" which is the only way the VA has a set definition for combat related PTSD. It gives us a look into their playbook of generally what they consider when seeing if something is combat related 👍

[@dingus505]

Great information Jordan. I need your help.

[@justchilling_.]

😊 Thanks for all your help fellow veteran.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Glad it helped 😊

[@richardhogeland8597]

I was labeled as non combat even though mine was due to clearing mine fields, friends being blown up, daily mortar attacks, and soldiers committing suicide in bunkers next to tents middle of night.

[@Mr.frag-out]

Appeal

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Sounds like a personal statement wasn't submitted

[@bitkrusher5948]

Mine said non specific trauma but I was specific in the interview 😮 about being a machine gunner in the gulf war

[@mannatomemories]

Jordan thank you. This video opened up something I hadn't even thought of. I really appreciate all the work you do and the knowledge you share. 💯

[@vaclaimsacademy]

What an amazing thing to hear, I appreciate you

[@ronmcvay3819]

Dear sir, I have just turned 66. I was in the Navy 6 years and Army 8 years I am currently receiving disability for Ptsd and have been receiving it for the last 10 years. I also have been diagnosed with hearing loss and tinnitus in recent years And now have to have hearing aids. And I am have debilitating back and feet issues which cause me extreme pain 24/7. The VA hospital which is 2 hours away say my back and feet are not service related. I am only at about 90 % disabled but now I have no teeth and am trying to get to 100% so my dental will be covered. I can hardly eat and it was the Army and Navy that took care of my teeth for 14 years. I went to Medicare this year just because I have no teeth, I am desperat and extremely depressed and feel like The VA does not care anymore. The pain I have in my back and feet are real and have pretty much kept me from going out of my own home. In the Army jumping out of Hemets and Mlrs vehicles constantly and doing a 100 mile march in 4 days. But they won't recognize my back and feet issues because I did not complain about it while in the service. Because if I did It was frowned upon like I was Gold bricking. Very disheartening to say the least. Can I do anything to get to 100%. And get the Dental which I feel I deserve? I don't know where to start. Sincerely Ron McVay. ([e-mail])

[@golgotha1522]

I've been denied PTSD 3 times. All three evaluators rammed me through the "eval" in less than 10 minutes and I got my denials in the mail in about 3 weeks. ….. And I've seen REAL combat with SOF units and I have a combat parachute assault under fire. Meanwhile I know guys who've never fired a shot in anger that got 90% PTSD rating 1st attempt, straight out of the gate.

[@dingus505]

I love this video. Great info.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I appreciate you

[@p.a.politicalrevolutionpod7836]

The mental health check in was hilarious!!!! That would be a good addition to the videos. Put in a “cute” goat or strange animal or person. 😂😂

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Hahaha Lord knows we could all use a mental health pause every once in a while

[@stevenDavis-v3l]

Wish I'd known all this years ago. Got 50% for PTSD. Bad vso, no personal statement. TY

[@vaclaimsacademy]

@@stevenDavis-v3l better late than never Steve! Go get em

[@sheilahunter4446]

Thanks for Sharing

[@vaclaimsacademy]

My pleasure, have a great weekend

[@manuelfloressr.9039]

The form 0781 is key for a PTSD claim. This form is all about STRESSFUL EVENTS with verifiable dates and locations, If you don't have any, this form only has your name and signature in it. You would be extremely lucky if it gets approved and rated. Good luck with your claim.

[@kassel70able]

Agree, they specifically asked for the event(s); I had two combat related that submitted.

[@iamKelvinJ]

If proof isn’t needed for combat related ptsd then why would a form need to be filled out with proof? Or do they not fact check the exact dates you list of the events?

[@SpaceRanger187]

You might not need proof. But you have to relive the whole event. I thought I was going to be sick and barley even made it through my cp exam. I figured i was getting denied because I said I cant talk about it anymore

[@vaclaimsacademy]

That's a great point, that's got to be incredibly rough

[@jetstrong6325]

Can you please discuss Menierer’s disease?

[@onepalerider]

You are such an amazing source of knowledge and inspiration for so many of us vets! I served as an MP in the Army, mostly in Germany. I saw many traffic and training accidents with dismemberment and death. I’m certain that this is the source of my PTSD. I have no proof, though. Do they view first responders a little differently, because we have to deal with things like that?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Thanks for the kind words! Great question. For those types of claims I would personally recommend getting your hands on a nexus letter to help put your claim over the top. However, if one of those accidents could be considered “combat related”, that’s could be a smoother one to focus on potentially 👍

[@TSKHILZBEATS]

@onepalerider Yes, first responders like medics and MPs. The nature of your MOS corroborates your chances of being involved in traumatic incidents and strengthens your case, but you will still need some form of documentation: Newspaper articles, your duty reports, and maybe someone who was there with you (buddy statements). That's how I proved my claim.

[@gtoexpress8111]

On point !!!

[@vaclaimsacademy]

GTO! Happy Friday my friend, I hope you’ve been in good health lately

[@eriknavarette6582]

What about claiming combat PTSD for other than special compensation. For regular disability compensation, the -21is vague and just says during armed conflicts and lists war time engagements by name.

[@forse-o5t]

i love this dude i thought he looked familiar lol

[@RESlusher]

If I'm completing the 21-0781 form do I need to do one for each separate event or is this something where you list each event on the single form??

[@Bambino..]

I submitted a ptsd claim for non combat stating how seeing the military therapist on base exacerbated my ptsd by reporting my story to the police in my hometown over a sexual assault that happened before the military. I ended up having to tell my story to my entire family when I wasn’t ready to, in turn I haven’t been back to my hometown since that happened in 2014 and i ended up having to cutoff my entire family which further exacerbated my PTSD. The therapist the va had me speak to for the claim said her medical opinion is that it did exacerbate my PTSD during military service and diagnosed me with ptsd, depression, anxiety and all that. but the va still denied service connection. Should I submit a supplemental claim? I was deployed as well in the terrorist capital of the world but chose to go the non combat route bc that situation has truly messed me up the worst.

[@carlosmriverajr2]

Hi brother, I have a question. I haven't been officially diagnosed with apnea through the Army, but I do have some comments in my military files of having symptoms of it. My VA rep has told me that if if there's no file in my medical file it will not fly. Question to you. Could I just file on my own through the VA web site? And yes I'm have been diagnosed with apnea through my civilian dr and I'm on the Cpac machine.

[@ramsaybolton4713]

Buddy statements are always helpful, but in my experience they don’t always make or break a non-combat PTSD claim. In my case, a personal statement, current diagnosis, and nexus was enough to get me there. That being said, if you can get a buddy letter, absolutely get one. It can only help.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Completely agree here, definitely not something to rely on but can be a slight boost

[@visceratrocar]

They gave me 0% the first time I filed for diagnosed stuff. I refined for PTSD and submitted EO reports for the incidents cited. A year later they gave me a static 70%.

[@davidpattenaude9029]

Have 70%, non-combat related, didn't even know that training circumstances Qualified for Combat Related.. Being on a carrier, we did live fire training and had 3 planes go off the end of the ship, causing Man Overboard Events.. so in reality I could get this last 30%....

[@hocfamilytv]

Reminding us to talk about how it impacts our life in our Personal statement, it will be good to direct us to the CFR 38 to see what line items the Va looks for such as forgetting names, etc. once I saw that list, I realized I had a lot of the things, but I wouldn’t have thought about it without seeing the list of qualifiers. 38 CFR for mental health, right?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Great point, I'll have to do a deep dove

[@seanbw75]

I had documented proof and a PTSD diagnosis from a VA medical examiner and was still denied.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I’m sorry to hear that Sean. Non combat related stressor event I am guessing? It sounds like if you aren’t already rated for a mental condition you could have an opportunity for a big increase

[@seanbw75]

@@vaclaimsacademy Correct, I'm not already rated for a mental condition. I've submitted for a higher level review. Probably should have filed a combat related claim.

[@Rryyaann-f9i]

Will claiming ptsd affect your civilian life? i.e. buying weapons etc

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Not likely. Unless there's an action plan to harm self or others.

[@jerrywoods-t3c]

1968-1969 veit nam can i now clam ptsd from that

[@nikoshurt8351]

I’m going for my exam soon but didn’t file ptsd on my initial claim because I had no record of it. Is it too late to try to claim it before my initial exam?

[@power_of_numbers]

I am a purple heart veteran from Vietnam and meet all five requirements to receive PTSD. I applied back in the mid 80s, and the psychiatrist at the VAMC in Palo Alto, California refused to diagnose me with PTSD. So my claim for PTSD denied my claim initially. I applied twice more over the years and continued to be denied. Then finally in 2017 I filed yet another claim from Thailand and was sent to a social worker in Bangkok for an exam. He said absolutely I had PTSD and had it since I left Vietnam. The VA then approved my claim. I filed for retro pay in 2023, but they refused it due to the time that had past. But I was wrongly not diagnosed by the VA in my original claim. Do I have a valid claim for back pay that should have been paid to me for obvious reasons in my original claim. I also had attempted suicide two times but that psychiatrist told me I had not symptoms of PTSD. Do I have any recourse against the VA?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Such an individual case of backdated pay is outside of my core competence, but in my opinion I would be shocked if you ever received that back pay

[@JamesSohol-t5s]

Get a good lawyer!

[@Marine2111usmc]

Talk to the American legion they will help you

[@JuanRodriguez-yl9oq]

I was in a near drowning during live fire training in Korea. I was rated with non-combat PTSD but after watching this, should it be considered combat connected? I don’t know what the difference would be for rating. I still see a therapist for issues with being near bodies of water. Especially levies.

[@HealthyBuck]

What if im already rated for dysthymic disorder?

[@MicheleSchriver]

Is it appropriate to take a print out of the dbq being used for my exam to follow along?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Absolutely

[@billzaferatos2256]

Any info on what's going to happen with legacy caregivers?

[@Wogger1]

What about a near lightning strike which blew me off a ladder on an aircraft I was working on, I have never been right since. It was the most stressful thing in my life that’s ever occurred

[@vaclaimsacademy]

It could arguably be a stressor event involving an instrument of war (aircraft) but could hinge on the interpretation of your rating adjudicator

[@Troy-rl4tl]

@vaclaimsacademy could you do a video on the BDD process and how to set myself up for that. I am 2 years out and what would I need to win a claim for ptsd, I was already diagnosed.Do my medical conditions need to be within a year or is more okay. I don’t want to get medically discharged so trying to be careful. Thanks

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Hi Troy, search "va claims academy what veterans wish they knew before leaving the military"

[@primoramirez8661]

I have PTSD Combat related, but I also got MST from a surgery, to the point where a doctor had to intervene during my exam. I have proof, and a military comrade that told me to say something. Does that mean I can file for combat related and MST?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Yes, however you will only be given a single mental rating no matter how many mental conditions you have.

[@Mad_Maxv2.0]

Just went through my PTSD C&P....went well. Fingers crossed. Was a duty to assist failure previously. It stated, "Combat stressor is conceded due to award of C.A.B"...big break or pipe dream?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

If I were in your position, I'd be feeling really good about my odds at getting service connected 👍

[@oxnamskitchen4892]

Good day sir i am widow of us army veterans I filed my DIC claim now I received letter from the VA my say my claim denied what is my last option could you help me please I live in the Philippines mail time here take too long thank you.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I'm so sorry to hear that, and unfortunately that type of claim is outside my core competence, I'd be doing you a disservice if I pretended I was an expert with those. Finding a claims advocate who specializes in that situation would be best

[@oxnamskitchen4892]

@vaclaimsacademy thanks for your reply I appreciate.

[@KennethLucas-u4z]

How can i do this because the VA denied me on all my claims!!

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Pretty common the first go around, especially if you relied on a VSO. Many of our best clients who end up with high rating have been denied on everything previously. You are doing the right thing by researching how to strategize a smarter claim for this next push

[@gerrysmith4493]

What should be covered in a nexus letter is there a form? Thank you!’

[@vaclaimsacademy]

No form needed, just a document with doctors letterhead and signature. I’ll make a video on Monday all about nexus letters and the best places to buy them from. Have a great weekend!

[@shannonsimmons1326]

What about MST?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

As mentioned later in the video, MST doesn't require proof of the stressor event either or a nexus letter. Just have a diagnosis and a personal statement

[@natehoodoo6246]

I am combat related pTSD at just 30% and thinks it's total BS. I was medically retired for it and still put in appeal and nothing. I have a CAB and was an engineer. I believe i need help with this. The lawyer i hired is kind of a joke. No real help!. What can you do?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I wouldn't have hired a lawyer for a simple increase, just make sure you're up to date with treatment, get a good personal statement and apply for a quick increase

[@oefvet50]

I am just starting my claim after 10 years of being out. I have a question about my stressor event that happened while i was in Afghanistan. The event was our base was attacked and there is verifiable proof of the event and date of the attack on Wikipedia. Could i include that for proof as well as my personal statement. Thank you. Great content as always

[@vaclaimsacademy]

The fact your stressor occurred in a combat zone is enough, no need to prove what happened

[@meme2156]

Do you know people that can help write this?

[@uber2youtube]

Talking about PTSD and the compensation from this is despicable to me. I refuse to even claim it for 15 years a white knuckles my way through life for that long with no help because I didn’t want the label when I didn’t give a shit how much money it was worth. $1700 times 15 years of monthly payments is a pretty big number.I literally told the doctors that you dare put that shit in my record. I just can’t stand hearing somebody talk about this stuff this way.

[@On-down-the-road]

OK, tragic death of roommate. Service documented. No counseling offered General Under Honorable conditions on my DD214 Early Discharge C&P done, 2 more this week, tinnitus, and general health. Have I not received a decision for PTSD, because of the other 2?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Yes, the exams this past week will be taken into account, so reset the timer a bit

[@congoparrot]

and what are the chances of getting red flagged with a PTSD diagnosis?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Typically people leave you alone unless you convey an action plan to harm self or others. Almost everyone has a 70% mental rating. I had a TS/SCI clearance and most people in the SCIF had mental ratings averaging 70%

[@mikehobert2565]

How winnable is a secondary claim of migraines (currently on Migraine Medication) to service-connected PTSD?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Very winnable, do it for clients all the time 👍

[@phillyphillz242011]

​@@vaclaimsacademyI'm rated 70% for PTSD but how do I go about getting rated for migraines..whats the criteria and do I need nexus letter?

[@nullnull7258]

I made my claim for ptsd in 2008 the year after I got out but they denied it and thinking about the things that happened to me is too hard so I gave up. Is it too late for my old claim to be appealed ?

[@swayday1209]

In this exact process now. @9:45 you say form 21-0781 is just for details of the stressor event. But can’t I just write my personal statement here also? Or is best to use the separate personal statement form 21-4138? just to be squared away. Asking since I’ll likely submit a second Personal statement as well, for another condition.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Personal statement on separate form 4138

[@JoeCampos-y3e]

@@vaclaimsacademy I uploaded 2 via word doc should not be an issue correct?

[@bitkrusher5948]

First filed in 2011 second filed in 23 was told to reapply as i had already applied in 2011 won but was told date affective was third app in 23 so yeah it can take awhile suing your government also 100? They will sieze your right to own guns put on basicly parole brady watch list and appoint some one to handle your funds

[@danf6975]

I hate to tell you this but the VA right now is on a record high for Denial for PTSD. You need to talk to some Raiders because they're gonna tell you the burden of proof for the in-service event is extremely high and CNP examiners are very specifically told to look for pre-military mental disorders

[@throttlegypsie4024]

Yes. I waited about 8 months for a C&P for MST (they already denied all physical claims and combat PTSD, because they lost my records). The examiner diagnosed me with PTSD, but said she could not verify the stressor because no service treatment records, no markers in service records that they did not have, because the government lost them. So. They clearly stated that I was in my unit l, at the time and place the “alleged” stressor occurred, but they could not prove the MST happened despite Buddy letter. They even have records that I was in AFG 2002-2003 doing what I was doing and denied without review. Mine was a documented open shut case but they lost my records. Now I have to PROVE the MST happened the combat related happened to link it to the va diagnosed PTSD and hope they do right. Bottom line it is not that easy, because VA workers do not understand the criteria.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Some of the workers do not understand the criteria, absolutely true. The MST should almost always be a slam dunk claim, provided you have a current diagnosis for it

[@throttlegypsie4024]

Your videos are very helpful. As for this, agreed. MST should’ve been easy, especially since the examiner herself diagnosed me with ptsd. Not sure where she thought I got it from, but she pretty much said you didn’t report it, you didn’t get mental help, and you didn’t start acting a fool in service afterwards. And words like “alleged”. Now I have to jump up and down to further humiliate myself to beg people to believe me again. Not cool VA. Not cool 🙄. On the fair side to the VA, I had a psychiatrist diagnosis for PTSD linked to my MST and a prepared personal statement; but the VSO told me to hold off in case I need to do an appeal. I knew I shouldn’t have listened to him. So now I’m doing what I knew to do from the beginning despite them losing my records. BTW… Your video on VA lawyers was excellent. Maybe some of that VA funding should transfer to better training so we don’t have to go to shady lawyers 🤔.

[@AuthenticlyDee]

I was awarded 70 for ptsd..but im not sure if it is bc i went to increase it to early they are proposing 50.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Make sure your treatment for it is up to date, and be ready to write a personal statement about how your PTSD affects your work and social life

[@AuthenticlyDee]

Do you know what form it is?​@@vaclaimsacademy

[@MicheleSchriver]

Can I use the same personal statements and buddy letters that I used for anxiety. I’m currently rated at 50%. Which with the new schedule for mental health should be higher

[@SpaceRanger187]

I would wait til April when the PTSD criteria changes

[@nickmuldoon7945]

Should I have my psychiatrist fill out my Dbq?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Wouldn't hurt, sometimes the VA disregards them however

[@AVGJOE-z9b]

That would be easy to do provided you could control your PTSD long enough.

[@MicheleSchriver]

How is anxiety disorder different than PTSD when my anxiety started while in service?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

It's a different diagnosis but anxiety can be downstream of PTSD. If you're looking to claim PTSD specifically,make sure you have that diagnosed specifically too

[@Ibnthaman82]

Not true. Service Treatment records Diagnosis and still denied, then remanded. Not that cut and dry

[@vaclaimsacademy]

@@Ibnthaman82 That’s always discouraging. Bet you get it approved next go around using these tips 😏

[@robertsantos2159]

Can you have multiple stressors events?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Yes and I address in the video how to know which one(s) to present to the VA 👍

[@Foochiface]

Been outt 15 yrs and dont have medical evidence but was hurt in service how can i prove it was inservice

[@vaclaimsacademy]

If you don't have evidence of the in-service event, your optimal claim would look like a nexus letter from a medical professional (will make a vid on this Monday) and a well written personal statement

[@ananias808]

Can you reach out to me because I need help with my VA claim for PTSD.

[@ernestwalker5173]

I fought for my ptsd for 47 years, I finely did a doctor interview on line a few months ago and the VA rated me at 70%, is there a way to get it up to 100%? it is combat related. I was on ship in the navy.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Nicely done Ernest, yes you can get 100% if you have "total social and occupational impairment"

[@FollowingAfterJesusChrist]

How can I use the VA as my stressor? Serious question

[@vaclaimsacademy]

You would not be able to unfortunately, gotta be related to your service or a result of a condition that you are already rated for

[@FollowingAfterJesusChrist]

@@vaclaimsacademy it shorta is. I testified against them

[@SpaceRanger187]

I have said many times going to the VA should be worth at least 20%

[@FollowingAfterJesusChrist]

@@SpaceRanger187 the VA, where hope comes to die!

[@travelboy3769]

I had on my claim Combat PTSD given to me as by the VA as Non-Combat PTSD 10 years ago with all the proof easily available. Is this something I should fix or leave it alone as I don't know if it will knock my rating down lower resubmitting. Thanks.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

If you don’t already have a mental rating, and you are rated less than 100%, then it’s almost certainly worth fixing. Just be sure you know what you’re doing

[@kentego78]

Can you help me apply for VA benefits got out the Army in 2008

[@tfoster2223]

I had a PTSD claim denied, after I had spoken to the mental health department at the VA. I'm was assigned to talk to a therapist at Angles on the Horizon. Do I refile after been talking to them or do I still need to get a C&P?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Yes I would file a supplemental claim and yes you will get a C and P exam

[@Mr.eclatants]

is being rated 100% for ptsd even possible?

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Absolutely

[@Edwin.Rodriguez2132]

What if you got a Combat action ribbon.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

That’s a great way to prove you were in combat! Definitely submit that as part of the claim

[@jonathandejesus3757]

So can I claim NTC for stressing event??

[@vaclaimsacademy]

@@jonathandejesus3757 great question. Depending on who is interpreting it and how you present it, this would typically fall under the “combat simulation” category of “combat related” as defined by the VA

[@jonathandejesus3757]

@@vaclaimsacademythank you very much. Very helpful!

[@AMZ19252]

Depends on the incident. I’ve been involved in 3 training events where deaths occurred. I did not witness these events, but someone did.

[@raymiller9274]

They don't read the personal statements!

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Not if they're too long they don't

[@danilaurin3633]

I got 10% for shrapnel wounds from a booby trap.

[@Onelastbreath1976]

Where do we find the definition of ptsd that you showed in the video

[@Mr.frag-out]

Where u paid hazardous fire pay

[@Onelastbreath1976]

@Mr.frag-out no but I did all the training that he listed

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Google "crsc combat related" and scroll down a few paragraphs

[@Milwaukee307]

I have had flashbacks to war simulation events that I participated in at JRTC, but I didn't think I could have PTSD from it. I always have been adamant that I do not have PTSD but I am considering that I actually might have it because the events have bothered me and I do think about them but it is not a super debilitating thing for me.

[@SpaceRanger187]

You have ptsd. It's okay, its nothing to be ashamed of. That's what you were taught to do. Think you are just fine, deal with it and move on. You should write a statement about what went on etc and file a claim

[@tylerbyers2130]

@@SpaceRanger187 Highly disagree. Maybe it's just because I'm a combat vet, but this kind of shit is ridiculous imo. And it's making it harder for guys who actually deserve ratings to get them since there are so many people who never even left the wire just trying to get tax payer money these days.

[@SpaceRanger187]

@ because combat is the only way people get ptsd. I can think of 3 people that i served with all 3 which of were raped and then punished and then forced out. And all the other sick crap that goes on. I know lots that got injured not in combat and were not allowed to go to medical. They steal more money then what is spent on veterans. You think because you have proof of combat and ptsd that you get denied because of someone else getting benefits..Come on now, you can't be that nieve. I didn't go to combat but my right hand is still fkd from service. Not my fault they put the cast on wrong 3 times and now i get to do everything one handed. If you think its not depressing. There is a reason there are 4 letters in ptsd. we will just have to agree to disagree

[@Milwaukee307]

​@ Hey brother. I know that stuff does happen. Personally, I do not need a ptsd rating to get 100%. I'll have 100% just with my other injuries. However, I see your point of view but you only are saying that because you are a combat vet and because you subconsciously look down on those who never went to combat who may have experienced other things related to ptsd. Its the same for people who were deployed and they look down on those who never deployed. Infantry look down on other MOS's also. Vets in general don't care about most other Vets unless they have similar experiences. I do not think that because someone never saw combat that they should be judged or looked down on. However, I know that the VA needs to treat combat vets better. My father was a corpsman in the navy, but spent his entire career with the marines. He told me that He responded to a few Harrier crashes and had to pick up body parts for days on end. A torso and head he picked up really messed him up he said. For a long time he could see body parts floating that were not actually there and had nightmares about it. He never saw overseas combat but definitely has ptsd. He never got rated for anything though. No one is entitled to something because they did more or something else compared to this person or that person. It is an individual issue. There are a ton of combat vets who do not have ptsd in the slightest. There are people who get ptsd from very simple things like a car accident for example. My grandma got in a car accident 40 years ago on the highway and to this day cannot drive on a highway. I agree that there are guys who need help and the VA falls short, but I disagree that it is the fault of other vets seeking compensation. I think the VA should stop having Vets followed and doing everything in their power to take away their benefits. Perhaps the VA should have a completely separate system for those who have been in combat overseas to keep them separate. There are two distinctions but perhaps there should be three. But when it comes to my injuries I would much prefer to be 100% healthy and they can shove their money up their ass. But in reality my injuries will never heal unless it is an act from God.

[@dougglasscock6658]

@@Milwaukee307 well pu my brother !!

[@t.p1234xyz]

Can dealing with the VA over your benefit claims be considered as non-combat related PTSD. I'm thinking of filing this claim for a good chuckle. Who knows, maybe the VA rater would get a good laugh and award me 100% out the door. 🤣

[@vaclaimsacademy]

😆

[@jameslucas5590]

That's a lie. I was denied.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Did you submit a perfect claim?

[@stevenantwine492]

Why should it be about dollars??? I just want help! I called the VA HOTLINE! I talked to the nicest person! She helped yea! But, she told me that someone would call me the next day! That did not happen!!! I got a postcard about a month later! If it was not for my wife and my daughter I would have taken my life! I eventually met with a VA contractor who rated me at 70%! I got 30% through the VA! I don’t care about the percent rating! I just want the help! Nobody has called me since! Am I supposed to call and follow up? This is so screwed up! I don’t know what to do! HELP!!!!

[@Mr.frag-out]

Seek the help, brother, be a thorn in their side, and please document your attempts for help. If you don't get it, reach out to the patient advocate or your state reps. God bless, take care. And remember, your family and kids need you.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

I'm glad you got a bit of momentum going Steven, but yes interacting with the federal government isn't exactly a reliable experience

[@stevenantwine492]

@@Mr.frag-out Thank you! I will definitely try these avenues! Thank you for reaching out and God bless!

[@stevenantwine492]

@@vaclaimsacademy You are 100% correct! I just would like the help promised to me!

[@tylerbyers2130]

Because these people are selling something.

[@akzutube]

Get to the gatdamn point

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Haha oops

[@B-M-G22]

I hate to be crude but telling people to file PTSD for off duty car accidents and bar fights is NONSENSE!

[@vaclaimsacademy]

On active duty you're on duty 24/7

[@mikestone9129]

-BS, I was denied my PTSD claim because the VA said there was nothing in my 201 file showing I had any type of trauma. Even though the Dr that did my final evaluation wrote me up 100% unemployable. The VA can deny anyone they want, hoping you won't fight it. Even after severak documented suicide attempts.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Bingo. They aren’t denying that you have PTSD or that it’s severe, they deny service connection. This is super common and a simple fix, I’d say it’s about where 80% or so of our clients are at before they get to us to help fix it. You’re not that far off

[@paulrine7447]

It makes things easy but complicated. Please DM me! I have a unique issue.

[@OsBMXandHotrods]

I was deployed to LA for the 92 Rodney king riots. We were shot at and had a physical altercation with a person. Could that be considered combat related? Thanks!

[@JefferyWelborn-e5z]

Wish you guys did not charge so much. Lol

[@t.p1234xyz]

What if your girlfriend verifiably cheated on you while deployed to the sandbox for OEF? Is that combat or non-combat PTSD? LMAO :)

[@vaclaimsacademy]

That's actually a good point, I imagine when combined with the normal fear and stress of being in a combat zone, it could be in total, a combat related stressor actually

[@ericbennett5490]

Really man your prices are ridiculous, all you guys are the same. If you were a soldier you would want the soldier to have money but all you guys are just trying to use the soldiers so you can make money. I need help but you know what I’m tired of you guys taking advantage of soldiers that need help. I’ll try my hardest beg or cry if I have to. If I don’t get anything fuck it. It is what it is.

[@jaztec68]

He's giving you free advice in his videos. You still gotta do the CMP exam on your own.

[@ericbennett5490]

@ yes he’s giving general info, but he has a price list if you want help. I paid a company or $1500 for 20% and I did all the work. They are all the same they know we are desperate for help, they come in and take advantage

[@Mr.frag-out]

It's a choice you can choose not to participate go elsewhere. The VA is not going to help you at all

[@leba154]

It’s what it’s, take it or leave it. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Marine2111usmc]

If you werent in Combat you should get 100% period. And the no proof crap is bs

[@kennethwilliams9668]

Idk about anybody else. But the happy go lucky smiling commercial like thumb nails about PTSD make me sick. This is why they are cutting benefits. And we who actually suffer will lose out

[@donnyhall2535]

PTSD does not automatically get 100% rating. I have 40% and its combined with a TBI.

[@vaclaimsacademy]

Right, 70% rating on average