I've been arguing my rating or lack thereof for 50 years and they keep sidetracking the issues recently I accused them of failure to assist in my 1970 claim because they did not obtain all my service records that cumulatively prove that I was totally psychologically disabled while still in service and is basically why I was discharged although it was an administrative discharge because Vietnam war was ending and they were bum rushing hundreds of thousands of troops out and not giving them proper medical examinations for their distress! To make a long story short er the VA recently determined that they did indeed fail to assist me in my 1970 claim and scheduled to C&P examination specifically to determine what my PTSD rating should have been upon discharge. Shortly thereafter they basically ignored the failure to assist in my 1970 claim and whatever the psychologist said about it. Only determining that there was a cue in relationship to about an 8-day delay in the recent determination of PTSD. I had explained that since they did not get the records I requested in 1970 until 2020 that it should be retroactive. They denied that part, having ignored the determination of the failure to assist in the 1970 claim. I requested a copy of the c&p exam and the VA kept ignoring my request finally telling me that I needed to fill out a freedom of information act in order to obtain it! I had also requested the previous two CNP examinations when they were done a year ago and about 10 months ago relative to the examinations. I never got those either, so I also requested those in the freedom of information act form. I called a couple of days ago and they stated that February 19th I believe it went in for a determination and process to purportedly furnish it to me. In this request I told them that I did not have the equipment to play a CD and figure it out what was necessary that I needed it in written form, which I had requested of the VA in an official request two years ago, and none of that request was ever performed. The VA is acting as if they are hiding all this information to try to pass off their decision as being legitimate! I need to know what to do about this as well. I have just recently submitted this information to you and try to explain the above. Hopefully you can help me with this situation and get this VA to follow the regulations concerning this and the Court's statutes relative to retroactive claims! Thanks. Sincerely, John R Panek Jr

Thanks to all who's helping us VETS get our just "DUE".

The same as me and many others in our situation and era. Except I got my tinnitus awarded but a lot of other denials. I am now going back with some help on the best way to file. I started this all over again because my older sister spent 8 months active and got out and filed a claim after 55 years and got 100%. Claim was for sexual Trauma.

I agree, it's sad that we have to figure it out on our own, I would have filed a long time ago if I knew.

I am same age and going through the same process. Va never told me anything no help at all. God Bless America and her Veterans.

3 months

Remember everyone's claim is different and it took me almost 8 years to see the judge with another 6 months (2007-2015) of remand and C&P exam. I used that time to get educated and not frustrated on the VA claim process. Everything worked out fine and now I am able to educate other veterans and spouses. God is good!!!

Thank you for your kind words!

Did you ever get a decision? If yes how long after the cnp exam did it take?

It’s pure theft! They belong in jail!

@@imveryhungry112in my case it was speeded because of my age. 90’s. Took a year to a partial. Had to file several times. Still fighting.

I’d KZfaq a few other channels as well…Chisholm & Chisholm is great but there are are others that offer great advice such as Combat Craig, The Irate Veteran, and Hill & Ponton…good luck in your claims journey

Thank you for the kind words!

Thank you for the kind words!

I hope so

I wouldn’t say that…unless you have a lot to prove. If your military medical records back up what you’re claiming now, it’s a breeze.

Not really. If you have severe symptoms that are legitimate. It could be a fast examination.

@@Jonathan_G12 is what he saying actually true? I’m worried

@@jre663 is what he saying true? I’m worried since mine was fairly quick

Did you request the exam results prior to the final decision was made and mailed out? Or did you have to wait until it was completed before requesting? And did you do it via FOIA?

Did you receive your decision letter yet?

Update?

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Wow!!! You should have a strong case. I would seek a lawyer.

Actually, the bit about sending VA a FOIA Request to obtain a copy of the C& P exam is incorrect. You should send VA a Privacy Act Request to obtain a copy of that C&P exam.

I had C&P exam. I was a big joke and another way to punch that ticket. The examiner did not want to talk about my pass experiences. I am still trying to understand what was the reason for the test.

How long did it take to get a decision after the c and p?

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I went for an increase for mental health and it only lasted 20min today and I was very discouraged by it being so short. How did your results end up?

@@UkWiLdCaTs4L1Fe mine lasted 20 mins also . How did yours turn out ? How much % did you end up getting ?

@@r35chrisss39 Still awaiting results

@@UkWiLdCaTs4L1Fe wow ok

@@UkWiLdCaTs4L1Fegood luck. Remember you can appeal an unfavorable rating.

The 0% for the Hearing loss is still very good because you got the service connection . The zero is kind of irrelevant. Because most don’t get the service connection and now that you have it you can use both service connected injuries for secondary claims.

Good job. Did you file any secondary claims to either one of those ?

Good stuff. You deserve it.

They told you that at the appointment?

No my voice told me that after the reports were uploaded in the system.

Did you ever get a rating?

@@rolandoalmaguer no they keep denying me saying no new a relevant information. Doc wrote a nexus regarding neck injury. I have new diagnosis for migraines and tbi

I had 3 C&P exams last month through LHI, I received a letter from my second exam from LHI comfirming my injury. I havent received a letter regarding my 1st exam. But my 3rd exam was for PTSD/Major Depression. The exam lasted 2 1/2 hours, when I was finish the Doctor told me she would note in her report that I should be taking "Prazosin" and that she is recommending for "Individual Unemployability". Now, Im wondering if she lied to me, but she did write it down on paper and gave it to me.

What kinda' time frame from C&P exam to pay-out?

Hey brorher... I'm getting ready to go to the VA in regards to what I believe to be ptsd. It's been 11 years since I left the military and I haven't been to the VA since. Any recommendations on how I should go abouts this? Should I go see a doctor at the VA first? Or should I file a claim first?

@@adamwoodie4029 Doctor. Get a diagnosis first or its pretty pointless.

Did you get your increase how was it going from 70 to 100

I am interested in this too. How did your increase claim go? I just had my C&P with QTC today for increase and I have to say, I am not happy with how this examiner handled it, but I'll have to wait and see how it shakes out. The guy didn't ask any of the questions relevant to 100% PTSD criteria, he just said he would review my medical records, which he should have already done, but these are worse symptoms, meaning what may have not been very present before is now, so how are my records going to help? I was in shock at how short the appointment was that I couldn't form the thoughts to get these things out at the end.

@@MacguffinsTV You rated a 70% the first time? Regardless, What were you missing the first time that you have now? In other words, what changed? It would have to be something more serious and severe...? For example, the difference between 70 and 100 would mostly be Homicidal intention accompanied by delusions. There was a guy, an Army veteran back in L.A. who used to walk around McDonalds in speedos, a tank top and a Harley Davidson leather Stetson (awesome hat by the way). His eyes were wild and he would talk to himself. One day he sat across from me and didn't have his hat so I asked him "where's that cool hat"?. He answered: "Oh.. uh.. it's back at my camp". Then he started babbling incoherently about being on duty and such. The next time I saw him, he was walking around McD's with a Spear and mumbling angrily. He stepped outside and McD's mgr locked him out. He stood out there banging on the door and trying to see through the tint, pacing back and forth with a 6ft tall spear. So, I think that THAT is the condition for 100%, vs 70%. Homicidal behavior, incoherent speech, persistent threat to self and Others, lack of even minimal personal hygiene, unable to communicate and unable to handle personal day to day affairs like food selection, bill paying....etc.

To get a copy of the final report from your exam, you can: - Contact your local VA regional office; www.va.gov/find-locations/?facilityType=benefits - Call VA at 800-827-1000 and request an appointment to view your file; or - Have your representative request a copy on your behalf Regardless of how you choose to request a copy of your C&P exam, it is important to remember that VA will not provide a copy unless you do so. cck-law.com/blog/how-get-copy-va-c-p-exam/

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Yep had exam in march then July same examiner waiting for higher decision

Haha thanks for the chuckle

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@@CCK_Law I called the VA and they told me to mail the Freedom of Information Act form # 20-10206 for a copy of the report. However I have watched several Lawyer videos and read other resources and they say to submit a letter requesting copy of report. So I am trying to get the correct Info. 🤔

Frank (@colliswilliams8992) requested a c&p exam for PTSD from the comforts of his padded room.

I'm no expert, just a fellow vet applying for benefits but I would think that's probably likely. Did you submit a DBQ with your claim?

@@CertifiedClapaholic it’s all good I received 100% P&T on October 21st

Hi I had a C&P Exam about three weeks ago how long does it takes for them to send and letter money? The exam said I had PTSD in service just waiting to hear from them.