Had my C&P review today, it lasted all of 15 minutes, but my medical records supported everything I claimed, there was no need for an ongoing search and seizure. We only reviewed for two major issues, there's a lot more, but I am certain those two, definitively got me to 100%.

@VADisabilityGroup

Ай бұрын

That's encouraging to hear. We hope you obtain a favorable result. All the best! -VADG

@Sheesh121

3 күн бұрын

@@VADisabilityGroup I received my c&p exam report for my PTSD exam. What is the most important part?

Great video. My dad was a lawyer and he would point out it’s not exactly lying to answer specific questions very specifically lol. It’s a fine line that can make or break your case.

@VADisabilityGroup

27 күн бұрын

Hard to argue with this!

Thanks for great video!

@VADisabilityGroup

2 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

This might be the best video I seen on this topic. Excellent!

@VADisabilityGroup

19 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Very very helpful, thank you

@VADisabilityGroup

Күн бұрын

You're welcome! Than you.

Your video was very informative and straight forward, thank you so much.

@VADisabilityGroup

14 күн бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment!

Thank you for taking the time to help us. Veterans better understand this process. I, for one, sincerely appreciate your efforts. I have a question I was hoping you could answer. I 1st filed for PTSD in 2009 along with Tinnitus. I was extremely unstable at the time. I missed the C&P exam for PTSD and was able to make the exam for tinnitus.I was, of course, denied on tbe PTSD and awarded 10% for tinnitus. Fast forward 15 years later. I have been recently diagnosed with chronic PTSD I also have a mountain of evidence in regard to the real-life effects my mental health has caused in my life. Everything from a 5150 hold at the Va to chronic homelessness, a letter from my Law enforcement father that he told the VA " I burned all my bridges: which shows how isolated I am, to broken hands from fights documented at the Va to a SS employment records of the last 20 years of employment being under poverty levels to lastly Alcohol usage disorder. I just took a mental health evaluation at the VA, and the clinical social worker put 1. Chronic PTSD, Anxiety Disorder, and Alcohol use disorder. In your opinion, should I file a supplemental claim for the 1st denial for PTSD in 2009? Or should I file a new claim with Mental Health with all 3 of my diagnoses?

My c&p examiner kept telling me that I had anxiety and not ptsd, after a private doctor said it was ptsd. this examiner would say things like "if you can't remember certain conversations after the incident, then it's not ptsd. Because people with ptsd can remember those incidents". I just told her what I experienced and remembered, I'm not gonna lie and give her a reason to disregard me.

Great video

@VADisabilityGroup

27 күн бұрын

Thanks!

I've reviewed over 50 youtube videos on this subject, and this video tops them all!!!! Thank you. I was diagnosed and treated for PTSD while on active duty; however, the VA C&P Examiner diagnosed me with Major Depression Disorder (MDD) and General Anxiety Disorder (GAD); therefore, I was VA rated at 30% for MDD and GAD. Afterward (for the next 15 years), my VA psychiatrists and psychologists diagnosed and treated me for PTSD roughly 95% of the time and roughly 5% for MDD and GAD. I am now submitting an increase claim for MDD and GAD. (Note: The VA's 38 CFR and M-21 lump all mental health diagnoses and conditions under mental health, so I'm submitting an increase claim for MDD and GAD). Question: Do I need to include the VA Form 21-0781 considering that I'm submitting a claim for MDD and GAD, even though the majority of the after-service treatment was for PTSD. Maybe I'm overthing this, and my anxiety is kicking in.😄

I had my psych exam for depression, anxiety, and insomnia. I was told that they're nothing in my MH records before 2008. That explains why I've been denied since 2007.

@VADisabilityGroup

Ай бұрын

Yes, this isn't uncommon. Try to fetch records the VA may not have. If those records aren't available, provide a detailed written statement articulating what occurred, symptoms and previous treatments. The more specific the better. If you have friends or family members willing to write a statement, do that that as well. Lastly, if applicable, consider filing for mental health secondary to an already service connected condition. For example, mental health with depression and anxiety secondary to service connected hearing loss. Hope that helps. -VADG

I was in the army 1987-1988. I sufferred 2 traumatic events. There was NO information given out about seeing a doctor or anything like that. Nobody told you anything about any such thing. So I have no army documentation of the incidents documentation, just by a private physician.

@VADisabilityGroup

Ай бұрын

Generally the best way to approach this situation is to provide a detailed explanation of the incident you are referencing. Ideally, you should look at you military records and reference specific dates and event in your records that are somewhat contemporaneous with the traumatic event. If anyone you know witnessed this event, you will want to try to obtain "buddy statements" from them too. It can be a long battle. I would suggest you take your appeal to the BVA and request a hearing. Tell your judge your story. Make sure your story is identical to your written statement. All the best! VADG

@wahiawamang6622

19 күн бұрын

I was in 86 to 89. Back then no one even mentioned they had a problem for fear of being discharged. Probably most kept it to themselves. Take care.

I had my c&p exam today for PTSD. The doctor said I don't want you to relive anything. Just tell me how you are feeling. I said sad, angry, and irritable. He began to talk about all the books he wrote pertaining to mental health and after about 15 minutes of hearing him talk, he said ok we are done here. I agree with the file and i believe you have PTSD. I'm going to put in the remarks that "you need intensive inpatient mental helath treatment" has this happened to anyone else? Not sure if this is a good thing or not

@VADisabilityGroup

7 сағат бұрын

It sounds like you pulled a very favorable examiner. That’s encouraging. I’ll be curious to see what amounts from his report. All the best!

@Sheesh121

7 сағат бұрын

@@VADisabilityGroup I have my DBQs from the VA. My buddy works there not sure what is the most important?

@VADisabilityGroup

7 сағат бұрын

Check out the section titled “occupational and social impairment” and then cross-reference the checked box with the corresponding evaluation as identified here: www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/38/4.130

I could not find the link that you referred around the 2.45 minute mark regarding the DSM-IV to DSM-5 comparison. Could you reply with a copy and paste of this link? Very informative and helpful video, thanks.

@VADisabilityGroup

21 күн бұрын

Whoops. You are correct. Here you go. Sorry about that. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519704/table/ch3.t15/

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@VADisabilityGroup

14 күн бұрын

Thank u!

Can a veterans be rated at 100% for anxiety and still be able to be rated as competent? What evidence do they look for that would support competence?

@roswo

21 күн бұрын

I know veterans who are 100% disabled for PTSD and mental issues , still considered competent ..

@VADisabilityGroup

21 күн бұрын

Yes, more often than not the Veteran is still deemed competent and maintains control of their finances when they obtain a 100% mental health evaluation; however, be advised it is still a risk. We would suggest about 15% of Veterans evaluated at 100% for mental health are deemed incompetent (total ballpark estimate). The VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) assesses competency for disability purposes by considering a variety of factors, including: * **Medical Evidence:** This includes medical records, psychiatric evaluations, and any other relevant documentation related to the veteran's mental health condition. They are looking for patterns of unpredictability and rash and unwise actions. For example, if you sold your $45,000 vehicle for $20,000 because you feared it was rigged with listening devices. Another example might be you cut all electricity to your house and put linings in your house to protect you from wireless energy transmissions. Or perhaps you send a significant amount of money to the US president's campaign in hopes the will pardon you for a past criminal conviction. These are some off the wall examples, but you get the idea. * **Functional Impairment:** The VA looks at how the veteran's mental health condition impacts their ability to manage their finances, make decisions, and understand the nature and consequences of their actions. * **Observations and Interviews:** VA personnel may interview the veteran and observe their behavior to assess their cognitive abilities and judgment. * **Third-Party Reports:** Information from family members, friends, or healthcare providers may also be considered to gain a broader understanding of the veteran's functioning. The VA presumes that all veterans are competent unless there is clear and convincing evidence to the contrary. This means the burden of proof lies on the VA to demonstrate that a veteran is incompetent. For more information, you can refer to the following resources, which precisely what guides the VA's determinations: * **Evaluating Competency (VA):** [www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/docs/admin21/m21_1/mr/part3/subptiv/ch08/M21-1MRIII_iv_8_SecA.docx](www.benefits.va.gov/WARMS/docs/admin21/m21_1/mr/part3/subptiv/ch08/M21-1MRIII_iv_8_SecA.docx) If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

I have anxiety, depression and PTSD

@VADisabilityGroup

Ай бұрын

Definitely seek care to assist with your symptoms. Keep in mind the VA will only compensate you for a single mental health condition, so there’s really not much benefit to seeking service connection for alternative mental health conditions. Good luck!

You did not say how to prove it’s service connected

@VADisabilityGroup

27 күн бұрын

See our comment in response to your other question and this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zqusq69tktutcZM.htmlsi=RbYXuwmkqTw3-pFp Good luck!

I am serviced connected for generalized anxiety / panic disorder for over 18 Yrs now ..70% rated..since then, VA treatment records have added major depression, PTSD, agoriphobia and more to my records...I am Essentially housebound.. And totally unable to work Or have a social life .... Can you assist me to claim SMC housebound/ aid and attendance claim ? ..Increase my mh from 70-100% ,If my records and evidence support it ? VA is my only source of income ..and its not meeting my financial needs of living enough so..

@VADisabilityGroup

21 күн бұрын

What is your overall evaluation? Keep in mind that if you have had a 70% for generalized anxiety and panic disorder for 18 years, it may be in your best interest to wait until you hit the 20 year mark before taking any action because your 70% evaluation would then be protected. The only increase you can receive from 70% is 100% as there's no 80% or 90% for mental health at this time. If you obtain a 100% evaluation, the VA will be required to do a competency determination. If you are deemed incompetent, you will lose significant control of your finances. Have you filed for IU? If you are not rated at 100%, you should consider filing for IU. Typically in instances such as yours, you don't expressly claim aid and attendance. Rather, it is inferred by the VA if you are eligible. With all this in mind, we would encourage you to file a claim. If denied, contact our office and we may be able to assist. All the best!

@roswo

21 күн бұрын

@@VADisabilityGroup I'm 100% p&t schedular for 18 yrs ..multiple service connected conditions ...19 yrs at 70% for mh ...I don't mind waiting my 20 yr protection ..if need be ..thank you for your advice it's good 👍

I have GAD and depression and insomnia. Never treated for it in the Marines. So I am diagnosed and being medicated but these VA clowns say the Marines did not cause it. F the BS

@tonycasello6121

29 күн бұрын

You may want to look at any other service connected conditions you have and link your diagnosis to another condition and file as a secondary claim. If you weren’t diagnosed on active duty for your condition, it will need to be a secondary claim.Yoi can always appeal and get a higher level review if you are denied for any claim. You can include personal statements and buddy letters to attest it occurred on active duty or due to service in order to support your claim.

@VADisabilityGroup

27 күн бұрын

We agree with this method. If you have a condition service connected and believe it causes mental distress or depression, you should definitely file a secondary mental health claim. It’s not uncommon for this to be the most straight forward path to service connection for mental health. Check this video out for basics involving establishing service connection: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Zqusq69tktutcZM.htmlsi=Mm2VRC1E1Sy8wa8z