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My experience is of how overly adversarial & abusive the SSA & VA claims process is. As a 100% "Service-Connected" Disabled American veteran, the VA is delaying the awarding of an Earlier Effective date that is consistent with my "Service-Connection" and onset of disabilities (1987). The SSA medical exam determined disability in 1991 but crooked lawyers & judges cheated me.
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How many disabled veterans are rated 100 percent service connected disabled in the US today?
257,100 http://www1.va.gov/vetdata/docs/4X6_winter08_sharepoint.pdf
Do war veterans have to pay for replacement limbs?
No, if the loss was service connected.
Can you get the veterans check if you draw a social security ck you are disabled?
Service connected only.
If you are awarded the purple heart what are the civilian beneifits?
It puts you in a higher Priority Group for VA healthcare. Group 1: veterans awarded a service-connected disability rating of 50 percent or higher Group 2: veterans awarded a service-connected disability rating of 30-40 percent Group 3: Purple Heart recipients, former prisoners of war, veterans with a 10-percent disability rating, or individuals disabled by VA treatment or vocational rehabilitation. Group 4: veterans receiving aid in attendance or housebound pension benefits Group 5: veterans with no service-connected disabilities, and whose income and net worth are below $27,000 Group 6:World War I vets, Mexican Border vets, Gulf War Illness vets, vets who served in combat in a war after the Gulf War, vets receiving care for exposure to toxic substances or radiation. Group 7: veterans with income above $27,001 who agree to make copayments
Is sleepwalking a service connected disability?
Sleepwalking can potentially be classified as a service-connected disability if it can be linked to a condition incurred or aggravated during military service. Veterans must provide medical evidence demonstrating that their sleepwalking is related to a service-connected issue, such as PTSD or a traumatic brain injury. Each case is evaluated individually by the Department of Veterans Affairs, considering the specific circumstances and medical documentation.
Does the national service medal qualify me for vra?
The National Service Medal may qualify you for the Veterans' Readiness and Employment (VRA) program, but eligibility depends on specific criteria, including service duration and discharge status. Generally, VRA is aimed at veterans with service-connected disabilities. It’s best to consult the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or a local Veterans Service Organization for detailed guidance on your particular situation.
Can being discharged from the army for mental reasons before 180 days of service disqualify a person from having veterans benefits?
It would depend on whether or not the mental (or medical) reason(s) for discharge are service connected. If the V.A. determines that the reasons are service connected, then you should still be able to obtain veterans benefits. You may also qualify for some services from the V.A. even if your disability isn't service connected, but these are decided on case by case.
What are veterans eligible for?
The answer is complicated as it depends on many things, when & where the veteran served, service connected disabilities, current income (for needs based benefits), etc. The best resource to answer this is the VA or by contacting a veterans service organization such as The American Legion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) , among others.
What veterans are elig?
The answer is complicated as it depends on many things, when & where the veteran served, service connected disabilities, current income (for needs based benefits), etc. The best resource to answer this is the VA or by contacting a veterans service organization such as The American Legion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) , among others.
Is peripheral neuropathy related to dioxin?
I believe the Veterans Affairs has decided that PN is a service connected disease to Agent Orange (Dioxin).
Is glaucoma a service connected disability?
Yes, glaucoma can be considered a service-connected disability if a veteran can demonstrate that the condition is linked to their military service. This may involve providing medical evidence or documentation that shows the glaucoma developed as a result of service-related factors. Veterans seeking benefits for glaucoma should file a claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which will evaluate the evidence to determine eligibility for disability compensation.
Does Individual Unemployability increase to regular 100 percent rating after a period?
Individual Unemployability (IU) does not automatically convert to a regular 100 percent disability rating after a certain period. IU is granted to veterans who are unable to maintain substantially gainful employment due to service-connected disabilities, and it can remain in effect indefinitely as long as the veteran meets the criteria. However, veterans can apply for a regular 100 percent rating if their condition worsens or if they believe they meet the requirements for such a rating. The decision is made on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
