How Much Money Can I Get If I Have the Highest VA Disability Rating for Knee Pain?

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The highest VA disability rating for knee pain is 100% and you will get $3621.95 every single month for the rest of your life tax free. In addition to the monthly VA disability pay you will also receive health care benefits and a whole host of other benefits for 100% disabled veterans. If you have a 100% disability rating, you may also be able to receive Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). This is a non-taxable benefit paid to eligible spouses, children, or parents of veterans who died from service-connected disabilities. The VA disability rating for knee pain can range from 0% to 100%. The exact amount you receive in veterans benefits depends on the percentage you are assigned by a VA rater so make sure you study before your VA C&P exam!
00:00 Introduction
00:34 How many VA disability ratings are there for knee conditions?
1:40 10% VA rating for hyperextended knee
3:10 Can you get VA disability for arthritis in your knees?
7:18 VA ratings for knee cartilage
7:54 How does the VA rate knee flexion?
8:39 C&P exam for your knees
10:35 How does the VA rate knee instability?
16:26 VA disability ratings for shin splints
17:49 Temporary 100 VA disability for knee replacement
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@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

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@codyelder9448 Жыл бұрын

How do you get your pension benefits back after being left behind and having it stolen?

@10meme11 Жыл бұрын

90%; STILL fighting for knee & tinnitus, CC. I will NOT give up. THANK YOU!!!!!!🙂

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Your welcome🇺🇸

@meathead5670 Жыл бұрын

10meme11 Look at some of your already service connected conditions and go the secondary route. I was at 90% for awhile. I claimed radiculopathy to my service connected back. Also I claimed the medication for my back which caused me to have GERD. I'm sure you have enough to get you over the hump. You have to be very strategic. I looked at different videos and also signed up for Combat Craig bootcamp. Trust me it's worth it. I did it myself. Do it now so you can get that nice increase we will be getting next month. You have the power.

@jeremyslade4178 Жыл бұрын

Secondaries are gold. I was at 90 and now recently 100 P& T . Radiculopathy in legs helped service connected to lower back. Its stressful , but NEVER EVER give up. Combat Craig's videos and knowledge got me to 100 % P & T.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@jeremyslade4178 💰💰

@ricardof9394 Жыл бұрын

Tinnitus was the first thing that got me in the door. It’s 10pct but that can turn into 100pct with secondary conditions.

@jackriggs1108 Жыл бұрын

Combat Craig. Today 12/19/22 just found that I've been awarded 100% after 8's plus (filing) years of torture, and I wouldn't have had any idea how to file a claim if it weren't for Combat Craig. I've been listening to him for the last 2 years. I have no idea in how to thank him if only by chance he might read this post. BIG THANK YOU.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Jack and WELCOME TO THE HUNDO CLUB💯💰🚀🇺🇸

@jackriggs1108 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig Glad you got my note of thanks. wasn't sure if I was successful. Let me add that I'm a 79 year ole turd .......and exhausted.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I hear you man. Fighting the VA is super frustrating and exhausting for sure!

@zachcollins1934 Жыл бұрын

This video has so much great information. If you could, please do one for the shoulder!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Will do!

@JChalant Жыл бұрын

This is pretty timely for a buddy of mine, gonna share it

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I would tell him to make sure he gets every single rating he can for his knees so they don’t lowball him🤠

@chillis28 Жыл бұрын

👍👍 Thanks for the great info!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

You bet!

@caseythomas7416 Жыл бұрын

Good info.... Ive injured ACL in both knees ..... get 10% both but left knee i was giving a brace also have shin splint left leg that always bothering me .... Thanks I need to push harder

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Your welcome Casey

@werewolf1251 Жыл бұрын

Excellent info Mr. CC. Got both knees messed up in service and now need both knees replaced. Won't matter much on pay since I'm 100% P&T, but hopefully it will help with the constant pain. Happy White Claw:30! 🐺

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

💯💯

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

If you are SC for the knees claim SMC(under Para 29/30, convalescent) after the surgery. 13 months of SMC. Do one knee at a time.

@werewolf1251 Жыл бұрын

@@juanacevedo9782 Thank you very much. Happy Beer:30! 🐺 I am service connected for both knees which need replacement and SC for both hips which I need total hip replacement as well.

@werewolf1251 Жыл бұрын

@@juanacevedo9782 Would that be SMC-S or SMC-L?

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

@@werewolf1251 Just SMC (100% + 60)as it is a temporary evaluation. Although your knees will be rated at 30%.

@angelocollins1033 Жыл бұрын

Great information always

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

🤠🤠

@danielallman6616 Жыл бұрын

I'm at 93% maybe one day I'll get my 100% it will change my life I currently have a claim pending now its been 3 months and I'm still in prep for decision phase. They seem to be moving slow RN.

@LawDogg01 Жыл бұрын

They are very slow. Been since Aug I put in to add a dependent. Still waiting.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Keep fighting for the benefits that you’ve earned and deserve man!

@kirkmoody6109 Жыл бұрын

I think it's currently at 108.8 days on average for results

@beast_e55_amg Жыл бұрын

Higher level review in July, September 2nd va identified error… October records review and October 7th it was completed sent back to the VA. No update on app since sept 2nd but I got mail and called va since October 7th that it’s been in the final decision phase… hoping to see good results here soon!

@meathead5670 Жыл бұрын

Daniel, I was in your shoes a few months ago. Look at some of your already Service Connected items and look at secondaries, you are right there. That's what git me over the hump.

@expectnolove6334 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!! I served in the Marine Corp as an 0331 (machine gunner) when I enlisted I was only 135lbs and I carried my own plus some with all the force marches and running.... I am currently 46 yrs old and my knees are shot, hurts just climbing stairs.... My initial claim in 2007 was denied and again in 2021... I am currently waiting on a hearing, but did recently get a Nexus letter from a specialist that the VA sent me to in the community..... Hopefully I get the ratings I deserve... I currently sit at 89% without the knees being service connected.....

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I hope so to man and you only need 60% more to get into the HUNDO CLUB!

@ronaldburleson3514 Жыл бұрын

I just got a community hearing about my left ankle and lower back I'm looking to increase my left ankle from 20 to 30% the doctor that did the exam tell me it was fucked up and I should get up to 30% that left ankle caused my right ankle the fall and fractured my right ankle fibia I'm just waiting it's been years but here in Texas they seem to work a lot faster I filed for an increase and then 10 days later I go for exams for compensation increase you know the VA doesn't like to give out money they just like to waste money good luck to you all

@williamhunter1959 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I have 20 for instability and 10 for shin splints in both knees 30 on each

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@Ed-BrokeExpat Жыл бұрын

Great in-depth info, thanks CC... I'm curious if there is a realistic way to prove a nexus / incident when we can't get any buddy letters or have on duty medical records for support.. I was an AC mech, and like many other AFSC's our knees were used and abused a lot...

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah hire a private doctor to do it for you man🤠

@luhvscrlt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for everything you do! Can I do this same thing for my elbows? My elbows are in bad shape and I have a disability rating for flexion, but I’m wondering about extension and instability when I do push-ups or a pull up it can be painful!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Elbow ratings work differently but you can get a rating and more importantly you can file high value secondary claims🤠

@RonMac08 Жыл бұрын

My left knee was bothering me and giving out on stairs and hills when I put all my weight on that knee. I saw my doctor and had another C&P on both knees. My left knee went from 10% to 30%, right knee stayed the same at 10%. My total rating stayed the same, so no increase in payment, but I'm still glad I got 30%. The strange thing is that my right knee bothers me much more than the left, I'm always in pain from it. I guess there is no rating for pain. I can't stand for over 5 minutes or walk much more than a 1/4 mile because of my right knee, but it stayed the same.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah my left knee is much worse than might right knee. I always put much more weight on my left knee when I was knee sliding out of a bail👍

@elinino5275 Жыл бұрын

I have that narrowing condition on my spine. Stenosis it's called on my MRI. And with degenerative disc. And still won't go any higher than 40% . I guess for anything higher you literally have to be confined to a wheelchair

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yep, you’re probably maxed out. I would look at filing secondary claims that’s where the money is at.💰

@zacharymichaud7932 Жыл бұрын

Would these range of motion limitations be measured before Physical Therapy or after Physical Therapy takes place?

@xTK421x Жыл бұрын

What about persistent and reoccurring Baker's cysts which is a ball size bulge out the back of my knee? I also have bilateral meniscus tears. Basically if I walk more than 2 miles in a day the next day I can't walk at all.

@mitzihafford6363 Жыл бұрын

Can the rater use the old rating criteria since my knee claim has been pending since 2013? It’s not as complicated and would be more favorable for me. If they use the new rating and I get a denial should I file a HLR? Thanks! 19:42

@frederickbolinski8266 Жыл бұрын

As I understand it the convalescent period following knee replacement surgery has changed from 12 to 4 months. This seems fair enough but I have submitted a claim for knee replacement in 2022 and 2017 ( retro ). I am still waiting on a decision but would the earlier replacement pay 100% temporary for 12 months or 4? Appreciate your opinion and you run a great service Craig.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Most likely 4 but you will know for sure when you get your decision letter🤠

@wesleycrider6734 3 ай бұрын

Been to two c and p exams for my right knee. They only measured flexion. Never extension. Isn’t this required to measure both?

@EJChevy Жыл бұрын

Man watching this video, looking back at jumping out of 7 tons with full gear day pack in the front rucksack in the back just makes me depressed. Now my left leg goes numb and it scares me.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

💯💯

@TheBrennanProject Жыл бұрын

And if you had an ACL Repair you could have painful scars and peripheral neuropathy for the loss of feeling from the incision down.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

☝️☝️

@stevenbrown5332 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Craig.... if anyone knows, for those of us wishing to live abroad, is there a minimal amount of time that a vet would have to be in the States to enjoy the residential tax benefit? I live in Texas...

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure about that one man🤠

@michaelfinn1803 Жыл бұрын

Don't shoot me if im wrong, but I believe you need to be in resident for more than 180 days, every year you also need to show you benefit in your local community town house in Texas to get the 100 P&T tax free, I live in the EU, full time so I can not get those benefits unless I live in the states more than 180 days and have my main address in the states , hope this helps

@stevenbrown5332 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelfinn1803 thank you

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@michaelfinn1803 yeah I don’t know exactly how this works because I don’t have any first hand experience. I just live in the United States, and I know how it works here.🇺🇸

@FullFrontalExposure Жыл бұрын

Taking my claim to a medical review board. Last appeal got rejected.

@roblarkin8193 Жыл бұрын

Do you have to file each one as it’s own claim? Both of my knees are bad. I just had another exam for an increase. I’m at 50% now. Thanks

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

You can file your knees as one claim just make sure your doctor pulls everything apart and attributes the different symptoms to the different rate able categories, and obviously make sure that you have a nexus🤠

@GOW7229 Жыл бұрын

I'm at 90% do you think it's better to apply for an increase or go for TDIU? I was diagnosed with MS during my time in service.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

It depends on where you are and how far you have to go. If you are sitting at 94% and you only need one 10% claim that would be easier than sitting at 86% where you need and additional 90%. Either way, TDIU is a workaround and all you need is a vocational expert to work with your existing medical evidence.

@tiorobot Жыл бұрын

I had my C&P exam for this today. I don't know what to make of it. How do you factor in the bilateral factor?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

It will be calculated in if its in both sides of your body

@nickhysjulien7978 Жыл бұрын

I had surgery on my right knee while I was serving active duty. I’m currently rated very low for the knee. It’s been a year since surgery and I’m still having issues. Should I file for an increase or what is your recommendation?

@markborkowski2489 Жыл бұрын

yes I would file for an increase. I had surgery on my knee as well from a torn meniscus and torn ACL. I initially only got 10% due to pain. but that was because I said my knee was working fine but had sharp shooting pain. now I'm at 40%. 10% for pain, 20% for instability, and 10% for restricted flexion

@johnbange6338 Жыл бұрын

Craig I was a radio operator in the Marine Corps and the VA says that my knee problems is not service connected. I call bullshit. But then again I’m permanent and total so I’m not gonna poke the bear but just to throw my two cents worth in .

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I would find out why by reading your decision letter you might be missing something very simple👍

@jesusislord1638 Жыл бұрын

Sitting at 20% VA disability for left knee torn ACL and scaring for surgery from cystectomy. I am rated 10% for left knee but did not know that there are additional percentages that could be claimed for the knee. I was diagnosed with Depression in service with suicidal ideation and plan. And had broke my nose on the service which deviated my septum and I have been suffering from sinusitis, rhinitis and headaches for years. And was diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea and that my nose has obstruction. Now I need surgery on my nose. I filed all of this in September for compensation but still waiting. Any idea what they could realistically rate me for these problems?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Anybody that answers this question is guessing man. I would wait for your decision letter and start educating yourself about your disabilities and how the VA rates them. You are your own best advocate!

@davanansalick6126 Жыл бұрын

Make sure you get rated for the scars on your knee as well…I was rated at 10% for right knee ACL and meniscus removal but went back to VA years ago and got an additional 30% for the “six tender surgical scars with nerve damage”…you have to let C&P examiner know that the scars are tender to touch and some parts you have lost feeling I’m going back to get an additional 20% for instability in right knee and also 20% for instability in left knee since my surgery was about 29 years ago and I’ve been compensating all my weight on left side since Also, just got a diagnosis from VA mental health for major depressive disorder due to pain and drug addiction stemming from Percocets I was prescribed following surgery Also going after rating for left hip issues/pain Also going after lower back pain Should be at about 80-90% after But I’ve been experiencing migraines too so I’m gonna see if I can get that service connected too Hopefully by then I’ll be in the HUNDO club Jus some thoughts for your consideration

@joed3264 Жыл бұрын

I currently have 10% for tinnitus and a rating of 50% for anxiety and insomnia. I was denied a rating for depression. I applied for anxiety, insomnia and depression. I am being treated for all three, anxiety, depression and insomnia, by a VA psychiatrist. I was prescribed Zoloft for depression. Is it worth my time to appeal the depression denial?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Check out my video about mental health ratings. You probably are looking for an increase and if so you need to prove that your symptoms are worse. Stacking more diagnosis does not equal worse symptoms if that makes sense. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oJhmlJWA0560oIk.html&t

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

No, as the VA only give you SC for one mental disability. No matter how many DX you have. You can appeal the actual percentage.

@brianbayer9926 Жыл бұрын

I have a C&P exam on Monday December 19th, for a stroke that I had last year and that's secondary to my hypertension, and that's secondary to my PTSD.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

You've got this Brian!

@runnn3107 Жыл бұрын

Me too… Hearing loss & Tinnitus

@mikebrownlee9753 Жыл бұрын

I’m in the process of finding a law firm/doctor to connect the dots nexus for wrist and sleep apnea have documentation for both have been dealing with va rep up until now

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

👍👍

@ecrecruiting6578 Жыл бұрын

Can an overall rating be reduced if you open a higher level review for just a few conditions?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yes

@ownjam Жыл бұрын

Call me crazy 🤪 I had several injuries while on active duty, there right there in my record, cracked sternum that also injured my neck and shoulders yet I'm only service connected for low back aand veruca derma why can't I get acknowledgement on all these other injuries and that's just one

@FullFrontalExposure Жыл бұрын

Has anyone gone through appeal and been asked what laws the VA broke?

@AllanMorga-kd8ew Жыл бұрын

Can x- ray supplement the claim? as evidenced,

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Sure👍

@lukasgarage956 Жыл бұрын

I've got a back issue(s) so bad my ribs are rubbing my hip bone, numb legs above the knees, can't sleep and was told not to challenge my rating because VA would could/probably downgrade my rating and someone gets 90+ % for knee issues......?????

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

They can always reduce you when you seek an increase. Don't worry about what another veteran gets for his knees because it won't impact your claim at all. Dig in, educate yourself about medical evidence and fight those assholes until they pay you what you deserve man. You are your own best advocate!

@lukasgarage956 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig 👍

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@lukasgarage956 🤠

@postalworker 3 ай бұрын

Combat Craig do you know how a TDIU veteran can get SSDI ?

@postalworker 2 ай бұрын

Please respond?

@thedoctor7949 Жыл бұрын

Is there anything like this for ankles?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Here you go man! www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/docs/ankle.pdf

@geraldsshorts6270 Жыл бұрын

I filed for an increase and it’s been closed for over a week and still no updates on ebenefits. Does this mean it was denied as my other case showed up the same day on Ebene. Thank you

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Nope the process takes about five months man. It’s probably gonna take a couple weeks for it to show up and get started.🤠

@geraldsshorts6270 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much you are a great person for doing this. Happy Holidays!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@geraldsshorts6270 thanks man🤠

@mellakat80 Жыл бұрын

I was told my knees weren't service connected because it was an issue from childhood

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

They love to pull that bullshit. Keep fighting man!

@ElBori_1 Жыл бұрын

Should i go for the PACT act even if im 100% p&t? It could affect the rating right?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah, you have everything to lose nothing to gain. I wouldn’t take that bet.

@ElBori_1 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig thank you. If for some reason i get reviewed and they lower my rating, then i should go for the PACT act i guess. Thanks for your knowledge and videos! Ive passed your channel on to many so it can help them.!

@hightecrebel Жыл бұрын

Definitely don't apply for anything, but make sure you have diagnosis and documentation for those things NOW so if they lower your rating in the future you can drop the application for the new stuff on them immediately.

@ElBori_1 Жыл бұрын

Yes i have it all! Thanks for the info!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@ElBori_1 👍

@outdoorswithroostercurrie6984 Жыл бұрын

How can I prove my knee pain / issues were caused by my Military Service if I never went on Sick Call / received treatment while in the Military?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

You get your doctor to provide you with the medical evidence, and file it as a secondary claim🤠

@outdoorswithroostercurrie6984 Жыл бұрын

@@TexasMade903 Did you get a SC Rating for your knees when you refiled it Secondary to PTSD?

@outdoorswithroostercurrie6984 Жыл бұрын

@@TexasMade903 I hope the best for you.

@henrylarreynaga75 Жыл бұрын

I wish I knew half of this before I submitted my claim. SMH. 🤦🏽‍♂️

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I hear you man, I wish I knew this stuff back in 1991!

@Nsands81 Жыл бұрын

Off topic somewhat but what do you do if the VA underpays you? I'm 100 p&t and was paid yesterday but was underpaid by $727.13. Odd thing is, the VA never pays on a Wednesday either ... Any help would be great guys that k you!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah I got paid yesterday as well. If the amount wasn’t right I would call the VA for clarification👍

@Nsands81 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig on it as we speak Thank you combat craig Happy holidays

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@Nsands81 you too man👍

@raymondbarrientos1953 Жыл бұрын

I just had my rating raised from 60% to 80% and it has been like pulling teeth from a rabid dog. I have 10% service connected on my left knee and I was able to get my right knee as a secondary for 10% and it didn't raise anything

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

💰💯🇺🇸🤠

@beast_e55_amg Жыл бұрын

80% basically need another 80% rating.. look over your records and what your already service connected for do some research and find the big ticket claims you can connect to! CC is the best and puts a lot of good content on here! You’ll get there brother! I’m currently at 80 too

@raymondbarrientos1953 Жыл бұрын

@@beast_e55_amg I think I lost percentage with my initial rating

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@beast_e55_amg 🤠🤠

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

Are you SC for a mental disability? If not get a DX as secondary to your service connected disabilities.

@tom68536 Жыл бұрын

I cannot deal with the VA. Are there any lawyers that can deal with them. I get angry everytime I walk in that place and with the tone of the letters they send. The DAV was no help either.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

There is a link to a law firm in the description that you can check out👍

@4kasiavlogs Жыл бұрын

Hill and Ponton

@1stnamebr406 Жыл бұрын

@Tom Cobb Right on DAV. I only talked to one person who acted like he cared. The other reps act like you are bothering them. I can never talk to the same person either at DAV. What a joke!!!!

@luarguadalupe5502 Жыл бұрын

What about you get a knee replacement but your knee flexion is a problem and also there is residual pain most of the time.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Get your doctor on board to document everything properly and file that winning claim!

@jessemarin5044 Жыл бұрын

The VA can't give a # on your pain,they can't judge it by a mechanical or other device so it's up to you to prove or show the symptoms or pain for them to give a rating on it. Pain is a percentage, and scars are another form of percentage as well. There's ways to get secondary claims on top of your service connected claims. Residual pain could get some extra % on your claim, but you need to know the CFR and subpart # to read up on it and see how it factors into your pain. Don't know if that makes a whole lot of sense, but C.C. talks about difficult scenarios on this subject of pain and scars,and what percentage you could get for each one. Don't give up,fight and get educated through C.C. and Dwyane kimble,veteran insiders. I went from 10 to 70 been, turned down with a nexus letter on other claims but I'm gonna hit a hundred I served ,I deserve.

@luarguadalupe5502 Жыл бұрын

@@jessemarin5044 l just learn leave with pain, sinse 1988 first with a ACL reconstruction, fail ACL reconstruction and now a privet TKR that went sour. Same or more pain it's hard, but the fact that it's what what is knew is that it is getting very difficult getting in or out of a car or a small sub, can't kneel, worst it's very difficult getting dressed specifically due to my right knee. I'm 56, 100% IU-PT Permanent in Nature. Mobility in any shape or form is a bigger issue due to my knee total replacement. And if I go down with my sc - back conditions.

@luarguadalupe5502 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig My friend, I'm 56, got my IU-PT effective in 1996, "Permanent in Nature" don't know what that means? I'd cross both my 20 ys & 55ys bench mark. Pain and mobility after my right TKR is worst 2d, point nowadays itimore difficult for me to get in and out of a car. That's just an example. Meaning standing up, seating, kneeling, on my bed dressing up and alot of other things are complicated. Here u will find this more interesting, my knee replacement was performed in January 2020, I know a knee replacement is a 30% and that's what I had already. I've not notified the VA about my knee replacement it was around and when covid 19 make it's way thought the word and everything was closed or care was limited. My point is the flexion of the knee it's worst now. Not 2 mentioned that I got a 24/7 after VAM lumbar blockage that leaved me with parasthesia of same the right leg.

@Gfavvid Жыл бұрын

May I ask who is speaking for the majority of the video?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Sure it’s a doctor that specializes in medical evidence to support veterans claims 🤠

@postalworker Жыл бұрын

How can I prove that it was caused in service when I never claims medical care for the knee in service?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

File it as a secondary claim🤠

@toxicbigot 3 ай бұрын

What was your MOS?

@toxicbigot 3 ай бұрын

I would suggest looking up the MOS manual that detail on paper the basic abilities a soldier must have to do your job. I.e. If you were infantry, you can speak to a lot of bodily damage and the duties you were assigned with while serving. In your personal statement be very specific.

@postalworker 3 ай бұрын

@@toxicbigot combat medical specialist.

@postalworker 3 ай бұрын

@@toxicbigot Combat Medical Specialists.

@TrueCrimePsychic 11 ай бұрын

Just because your knees move dont mean its doing so pain free. They require too much for knees

@chrisanderson1-66 Жыл бұрын

What does permanent mean? Is that for life?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Nah its just a word that is misleading. Protected after 20 years is the only word that matters man👍

@KevinNordstrom Жыл бұрын

He's right. Permanent is a word the VA uses to trick veterans into thinking they are safe. We are NEVER safe with the VA. Until after 20 years.

@christinesantelli3828 Жыл бұрын

@@CombatCraig is that 20 years from the initial rating, or from any increase claim? Thanks!

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@christinesantelli3828 20 years from the effective date. If you got an increase in the old rating is protected in the new Rating has 20 years ago the clock restarts.🤠

@galenturner1266 Жыл бұрын

Marry Xmas 🎅 ❤😂😂

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas to you too!

@thecurlyafro8496 Жыл бұрын

Since tinnitus can’t be claimed in 2023 due to changes and a veteran already has SC for it prior to it, would it be “poking the bear” to attempt an C&P for Menieres disease in 2023?

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

I am not aware of any changes that are taking place with regard to tinnitus ratings in 2023. If you have both and they are part of your overall strategy I would file both man!

@postalworker 3 ай бұрын

No, hospital.

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

Highest I ever seen for a knee was 40%(stiff knee) and a 60% for a failed knee replacement.

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah, you basically need to have three ratings in each day and bilateral factor in order to make it happen👍

@diywithkenny8399 Жыл бұрын

I know you can recieve more than 100%, secondary conditions 😎

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Yeah, if you have a special monthly compensation claim that you can actually make, then it might be worth going for above 100%🤠

@texaswhip7897 Жыл бұрын

VA put my broken left thumb on continue, what is meant by that

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

Not quite sure what you are referring to. If you filed a claim for your thumb and you haven't received your decision letter yet I would wait for it to arrive so you can see exactly how they arrived at the decision and then you can decide which appeal lane you want to take if you don't agree with the decision.

@texaswhip7897 Жыл бұрын

Ok,you have just answered my question. Thanks

@CombatCraig Жыл бұрын

@@texaswhip7897 👍

@juanacevedo9782 Жыл бұрын

Currently and continued, means no change in your rating.