Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans Disability

Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know

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10 ай бұрын

In the video Leah provides an overview of how insomnia and tinnitus are considered in the context of VA disability. She explains that insomnia, defined by the DSM-5, is a mental health condition rated according to the schedule of mental health ratings, with specific diagnostic criteria including dissatisfaction with sleep quality and issues like difficulty in falling or staying asleep. Leah emphasizes the possibility of insomnia being service-connected directly if diagnosed during service or secondarily due to other conditions like tinnitus. She cites several studies highlighting the link between tinnitus and mental health issues in veterans. Finally, Leah briefly discusses the VA's rating system for mental health disorders, which ranges from 0% for mild symptoms to 100% for total occupational and social impairment. She advises veterans to consult legal professionals for claim filing and strategy, and suggests discussing these issues with healthcare providers for potential support in claims.
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@kinch613 4 ай бұрын

I dont sleep hardly, but always crazy dreams if and when I do. This high pitch noise never stops. Im finally geeting an exam. Until a few months ago I honestly didnt know I could even apply after I got out.

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

I am so sorry to hear this. Best of luck to you

@Embrxceyourdemons 3 ай бұрын

Best of luck

@YHWHWILLBEDONE 11 күн бұрын

How did it go?

@JunktojemsHomestead 9 ай бұрын

I have all of this. So it is real hard to be in public situations for me. But I had no idea all this information was tied together. Here I have been struggling for years with all this and just thought that is the way I have to try and live.

@prestigeveteranmedical 9 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing this sir. I am glad to hear that you found the video helpful. Thank you for watching

@LTZ_Z71 8 ай бұрын

Insomnia and I are very close friends. Some nights I can't go to sleep until 3-4 am and have to be up by 7 and other nights I fall asleep pretty easily by 10ish but wake up at 3-4 am still having to get up at 7. Seriously makes it difficult the next day at work to concentrate or even stay awake.

@prestigeveteranmedical 8 ай бұрын

I totally understand that I experience similar symptoms unfortunately

@culvercitycharlie 6 ай бұрын

I had same problems. I got 30% insomnia to 2ndary tinutus. Good luck soldier.

@boathemian7694 5 ай бұрын

I had to pull over today and take a power nap working today so I wouldn’t crash the work van. Welcome to my world.

@c-townrbf1917 4 ай бұрын

I can't fall asleep until 1 or 2 am and I wake up every couple hours. I just got my tinnitus approved so I'll be working on insomnia and migraines as a secondary to tinnitus

@boathemian7694 4 ай бұрын

@@c-townrbf1917 I’m glad I’m not the only one lol

@jtbrown5801 7 ай бұрын

Thank you great information

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

@2short1968 7 ай бұрын

Great information thank you....👌

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

@combatdouglas1306 10 ай бұрын

Lovely !

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching brother 💕

@potpie67 5 ай бұрын

Thank you y'all are great...

@prestigeveteranmedical 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!!!!

@monti409 9 ай бұрын

Just recently underwent a Sleep APNEA study after the evaluation the doctor recommended a C-PAP for me, but I was surprised to see that insomnia was never entertained I wrote a letter to the physician addressing just that, now they are asking me to come in for a study on insomnia. Thx for the info.

@prestigeveteranmedical 9 ай бұрын

You are very welcome best of luck to you and thank you for watching!

@leonyoungblood6217 5 ай бұрын

@@prestigeveteranmedical so let me ask I have tinnitus migraines sleep apnea and insomnia all are in my medical records but not in my service records my primary care diagnosed me with them, you said to someone here that they should list all conditions but how can you do that when submitting a claim to the VA, isn't it only one condition you can list and not multiple? please clear up for me thanks and give me some advise love you channel I used it to get rated

@prestigeveteranmedical 5 ай бұрын

Hey there I am sorry I know it can be confusing. Your best bet is to discuss this with a legal professional in your area like a VSO and they can help you straighten out the filling @@leonyoungblood6217

@paulbeavers5270 7 ай бұрын

I have really bad tinnitus and am service connected. Filed for insomnia had nexus and dbq from doctors and VA basically told me to pound sand. So sick in dealing with VA now hiring a attorney to fight them.

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this sir. Best of luck with your attorney. Please keep us posted and do not give up!

@leonyoungblood6217 5 ай бұрын

my friend why would they deny you with all that? please let me know are they just being selective are you 90 percent ? and they want to keep you from getting to 100, another person just said he got 30 percent with tininitus why are they not rating you I am hoping you don't give up please let me kno

@JohnB-dr8sk 4 ай бұрын

@@leonyoungblood6217 It's because so many C&Ps are trying to be "gatekeepers for the taxpayers" instead of making a decision based on the evidence. So they write a negative nexus statement to intentionally deny the veteran regardless of the evidence.

@bryanhough 8 ай бұрын

Rated for tinnitus, just denied insomnia secondary because the examiner stated I didn’t appear tired on a video exam. 3 cups of coffee and an energy drink, I would hope not……

@prestigeveteranmedical 8 ай бұрын

That is horrible I am sorry to hear this

@dmx92145 4 ай бұрын

Wow that's good to know. So make sure you can barely stay awake through the interview

@sharkbites9977 3 ай бұрын

B s! They don't know what your going threw .

@coachvee7719 10 ай бұрын

Omg they have denied me several times for tinnitus even though I’m diagnosed, in the program, have hearing aids, insomnia and everything you’ve stated connecting it.

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this! If you are interested in working on a nexus letter for this in the future please send us a message at info@prestigeveteranmctx.com

@bigtime911 10 ай бұрын

Did your tinnitus start on active duty continuous and does not come and go effects your life,

@coachvee7719 10 ай бұрын

@@bigtime911 that is correct. I was told that I have to actually have what they consider significant hearing loss to be approved.

@bigtime911 10 ай бұрын

@@coachvee7719 hearing loss and tinnitus are two different claims. Did you file for tinnitus? Tinnitus is subjective they cannot test for it only hearing loss

@expectnolove9978 10 ай бұрын

What was your military occupation specialty? That makes a difference. I was a machine gunner in the Marines so I was granted on first try

@JerryKeizer-up5nn 7 ай бұрын

I have these conditions in addition to constant neck pain. Also frequent periods of numbness in my arms and hands... mostly the left (probably twice as much as the right). Also have frequent bad headaches. Service connected 10 for hearing loss, 10 for tinnitus, zero for headaches and 10 for each knee. Total is 40 percent. I currently see a chiropractor for the neck pain among other things...hip pain, lower back pain and tingling in arms. Can I use my chiropractor doctor for a nexus letter?

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

That is a personal choice of course. Best of luck to you and thank you for watching

@bigtime911 10 ай бұрын

Tinnitus serviced connected. Secondary mental health currently in pipeline

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Best of luck to you with this sir

@culvercitycharlie 9 ай бұрын

How did you C&P exam work out, and outcome?

@bigtime911 9 ай бұрын

Just came back in eight weeks 70%

@bigtime911 9 ай бұрын

@@culvercitycharlie 8 weeks approved 70%

@JJ-cl5wv 9 ай бұрын

What was the secondary claim?@@bigtime911

@davidbrandstatter4643 4 ай бұрын

I was service connected for prostrate cancer a few years ago and elected to receive external beam radiation treatment for same. As a result of the radiation treatment I experience residual urinary frequency (nocturia). What are your thoughts on claiming VA disability for insomnia secondary to the nocturia caused by the prostrate cancer? Thank you in advance for your assistance.

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

That sounds reasonable sir. Best of luck with that and keep us posted

@kokicubano 8 ай бұрын

I suffer from both of the above and have developed diabetes now as well. Obviously my poor sleeping habits led to weight gain and poor food habits as well. Is there a link between them as there is for sleep apnea? Thanks

@prestigeveteranmedical 8 ай бұрын

absolutely in many cases! I am sorry to hear you are struggling with this and thank you for watching

@siddkid3169 10 ай бұрын

I believe any chronic "issues" could lead to insomnia. Your best friends are DBQ'S. They will help you focus in on your symptoms. 😊

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Totally my friend! Thank you for watching

@negretefamily4288 7 ай бұрын

What's a DBQ? Im a virgen to the terminology

@siddkid3169 7 ай бұрын

@@negretefamily4288 www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/dbq_publicdbqs.asp If you have a bad back or PTSD the questioner allows you to tune in on your symptoms. Understand???

@marvinjenkins4901 10 ай бұрын

Great video. Can a insomnia diagnosis come from a At Home sleep study? I suspect I have this and will discuss this with my Dr. at my next physical.

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

I am glad you liked it! If the doctor reading the polysomnogram provides that diagnosis after interviewing you and conducting the study

@marvinjenkins4901 10 ай бұрын

@@prestigeveteranmedical thanks

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

You are very welcome sir!@@marvinjenkins4901

@jameshorton402 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate what you do helping us Veterans understand the Primary & Secondary connections in this topic. I have everything you mentioned in this video and am getting ready to follow up with the VFW. I already have tinnitus as a Primary S.C. I didn't realize that tinnitus can be related but I have always felt there definitely could be a snowball effect happening as far as my symptoms. I also have headaches frequently now & that keeps me up at night as well as the ringing.

@prestigeveteranmedical 9 ай бұрын

I am so glad you are enjoying the content! Best of luck to you@@jameshorton402

@meltml 3 ай бұрын

Hi thanks for the information very helpful, my question is- I have a ptsd rating of 70 I also have ratings for tinnitus. I recently filed for insomnia secondary to tinnitus, do I have it right that my ptsd will cancel out my claim for insomnia based on the tinnitus.

@prestigeveteranmedical 3 ай бұрын

That is a great question. You may want to discuss this with a legal professional. Here is an article that discusses some of that: cck-law.com/blog/pyramiding-how-to-avoid-stacking-your-va-ratings/

@wallys7016 10 ай бұрын

Off topic: I’m going for an MRI in a couple of weeks on my back. Saw a doctor and she did a reflex test and it wasn’t normal. Looked at my notes and she thinks it could be myelopathy. I’m 20% for intervertebral disc syndrome and 10% radiculopathy. If that’s the case is that something that can be claimed in addition to my back? What section of the CFR can I find more on this? Can you shed any light on this for me please? I was reading up on it and it said can cause paralysis or even death so it’s worrisome. Thanks for your time.

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

You will want to discuss this with a legal professional. Anything related to claims and rating codes is more of an administrative query. Thank you for watching

@Forward_Unto_Dawn 3 ай бұрын

What if I am currently a reservist on deployment and having issues sleeping? I work on a Panama schedule and work overnights from 7pm to 7am, and have trouble sleeping during the day to prepare for the shifts. It's messed up my diet and exercise regimen. I started this deployment in February and will be here until November 2024

@prestigeveteranmedical 3 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear you are suffering from that. It really just depends on the condition becoming chronic, any pre-existing issues, and the specifics surrounding the case. Best of luck to you and you may want to check with a legal professional when you get back about this

@shaunmorris2722 10 ай бұрын

I have a VA VH@ attorney assigned to Me, can I get another lawyer to help her. I'm a Persian war / desert shield storm Vet. Diagnosed with ptsd by an psychiatrist n psychologist

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Hey sir I am sorry you are having a hard time. You can always reach out and get consultations from VA accredited attorneys anytime

@salvationscorner 6 ай бұрын

Retired 14 years. If I submit a claim for Tinnitus, will the VA reexam all of my other rated disabilities? thanks for any response.

@prestigeveteranmedical 6 ай бұрын

Hi sir that is a tough question and really one that is beat suited for a legal professional. Sorry about that but thank you for watching!!

@thepumpchumppp 5 ай бұрын

I am service connected for tinnitus. After i got out the ringing has gotten so bad its making me depressed and giving insomnia. Even though its gotten worse since ive been out can i still file a secondary for Tinnitus/depression?

@prestigeveteranmedical 5 ай бұрын

Many Veterans do. Best of luck and thank you for watching

@001Hank 10 ай бұрын

I have ratings for tinnitus and ptsd and have sleep apnea no VA rating yet. I do think I have insomnia. I have lots of those symptoms you talk about. Would I qualify for an Insomnia rating?

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Insomnia is generally rated as a mental health condition and you are currently service connected for a mental health condition. You may want to discuss this with a legal professional

@leonyoungblood6217 5 ай бұрын

you have to get your primary care to diagnose you with insomnia and then you can connect with secondary conditions without that your up the creek without a paddle, you have to meet three things before va will rate you, you have to have nexus if its not in your STR=Service Treatment Records, you have to have your primary care state in your medical records you have insomnia and you have to have a current problem that you are currently reporting

@BornToFly4031 6 ай бұрын

I just got awarded 30% for Insomnia (unspecified) secondary to tinnitus. Of course, I had to undergo the mental health C & P and the process took 10 months from filing.

@prestigeveteranmedical 6 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear you are suffering from this but glad you got connected. Thank you for watching

@culvercitycharlie 6 ай бұрын

I got same 30%. But denied migraines.

@prestigeveteranmedical 6 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear this sir@@culvercitycharlie

@culvercitycharlie 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, Greatfull ( And greatfull for your videos!!) for the Insomnia connection, nut Back to the drawing board on the Migraines, ( I'll do a Suplemental in a few months) I have Nuerologist appointment next month, hope to get some more evidence, and c-file should hopefully show up any day now..but not sure if that would help@@prestigeveteranmedical

@JohnB-dr8sk 4 ай бұрын

Did they service-connect you after an appeal with a private nexus letter, or just by looking into your VHA mental health treatment records? Thanks

@trainerpool8919 4 ай бұрын

I have tinnitus and mild depressive disorder but VA seems to deny everything. I have a PCP at the VA but I think they're all incahoots and won't give that needed medical opinion. I was active Navy now I'm still in the Guard until later this year

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

@NavCom209 6 ай бұрын

Can you claim anxiety and migraines as secondary conditions to Tinnitus at same time???

@prestigeveteranmedical 6 ай бұрын

Many people do. Thank you for watching sir

@rickkane8043 4 ай бұрын

I have 70 percent for anxiety and I have diagnosed in military and in my record on va , can I claim the insomia as secoto my anxiety? Thanks

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

Hi sir you will want to discuss this with a legal professional. Thank you for watching

@cliftonhead9665 8 ай бұрын

I have tinnitus that brings on migraines VA giving me meds for the migraines. Question can you have insomnia and sleep apnea.

@prestigeveteranmedical 8 ай бұрын

Yes a person can have both

@GClark-dv4vz 2 ай бұрын

Thankyu for the info, I go next month for my sleep study…….I’ve had insomnia since I joined the military. Went to a group that does dna work and they put me on quetiapine which helps but I’m still up at 2-3 am……

@prestigeveteranmedical 2 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this sir. Hopefully you will get some answers that help explain this with your sleep study. Best of luck

@nelson.dcandelario9610 4 ай бұрын

I had 20 percent rating for tinnitus and hearing loss . I do suffer from insomnia so restless legs symptoms how do get to upgrade my rating.

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this. If you need assistance with the claims filling process you will want to discuss this with an accredited legal professional

@stevebricks 6 ай бұрын

I’m 100% but also have issue with sleep and it causes me anxiety etc

@prestigeveteranmedical 6 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this. Thank you for watching

@patrickpatrick9132 7 ай бұрын

I have a problem I’m 100% disabled and also says unemployable. This is a recent change in the backdated to 2021. I cannot speak with my attorney I can only talk to call takers and they keep they continue to say they cannot do anything to expedite, but I uploaded SSDI‘s expedition expedition paperwork to show them they can speed up process for Disabled veterans at 100% can I go down to Social Security and give them the paper to see if they can expedite so it’s not another year? I originally filed in 21. I’m 53 now and having rough time.

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

I am so sorry to hear this sir. Why aren't you able to speak with your attorney?

@patrickpatrick9132 7 ай бұрын

@@prestigeveteranmedical I’m assuming the Firm is so large it’s almost impossible. It’s probably the largest firm in the internet. Without knowing everything I do not want to throw the Firm under the bus. I had to end my Law Enforcement profession due to my problems. I actually feel really embarrassed. I’ve done a lot of bad-ass things in the military and as a cop. Now I’m swinging in the wind. The nurse practitioner who did my SSDI medical exam rolled his eyes when he found out I was a former cop. Thanks for the reply. Hopefully things will work out.

@prestigeveteranmedical 7 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this sir. Best of luck and keep us posted @@patrickpatrick9132

@culvercitycharlie 9 ай бұрын

Leah- do you think a medical nexus, buddy letters and personnel statement and migraine buddy enough evidence to support my claim for tinnitus (I’m at 10% now) connected migraines&insomnia(I just filed for 2ndary connection to tinnitus.

@prestigeveteranmedical 9 ай бұрын

It is tough to say. I sure hope so! Please keep us posted and thank you for watching!

@culvercitycharlie 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for all you do! My c&p is a few days away.

@culvercitycharlie 6 ай бұрын

Update! So I got 30% insomnia 2nd to tinitus. . But denied on my migraines. Even though I had lots of evidence. I’m going in to neurologist February and waiting on my c-file(supplemental review). Or should I submit for a HLR now?

@1knighking 5 ай бұрын

How was the c@p exam? I just filled insomnia secondary to tinnitus last week.@culvercitycharlie

@culvercitycharlie 5 ай бұрын

Good, i got 30% Insomnia 2nd to tnnitus @@1knighking

@stemmentor9700 2 ай бұрын

0430. Ringing in ears constantly- already had 10% for tinnitus and reevaluated due to lack of sleep and all and nothing changed on some of these symptoms that trouble vets more than minor ones. Why is this such a complex set of rules? Sucks having to get a lawyer to help out and take a percentage of your $$ each month. Thanks for info. Gojng to have somethings checked again or reviewed at higher level. Ya can’t sleep ya can’t sleep. You tired and triying to stay focused. It’s just nuts they can’t see this or make it as complicated as a tax code

@prestigeveteranmedical 2 ай бұрын

I’m sorry to hear this sir. No accredited legal professional takes a percentage of a veterans pay per month. You may want to consult with an accredited legal professional to get a better understanding of the fee structure as it is quite affordable

@antonioreyes2692 10 ай бұрын

I have that diagnosis (insomnia), but which of my service connections is a higher probability to connect as secondary? Service connections are lower back pain w sciatica, tinnitus, or mixed headaches?

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

When I write reports that have several contributing factors I include them all as it is more accurate rather than choosing one over another. I hope this clarifies

@doylemarkham1010 9 ай бұрын

Does it take a doctor outside the VA to diagnose insomnia?

@prestigeveteranmedical 9 ай бұрын

Many VA doctors diagnose Insomnia. Sorry you seem to be having difficulty

@everettsmith4764 10 ай бұрын

So, if I'm diagnois with sleep apnea, then my claim for insomnia secondary to tnnitus maybe denied?

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

I do not know why that would happen specifically. You can certainly follow up with a legal professional for more guidance on your case specifics.

@spec46971 10 ай бұрын

how is insomnia diagnosed?

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

Usually by a health care provider like a doctor, PA, nurse practitioner, or Psychologist. They may use diagnostic criteria or do it based upon their clinical assessment which may or may not include lab work or other diagnostics. I hope this clarifies and thank you very much for watching!

@MrJustus152 10 ай бұрын

I was diagnosed with tinnitus 12 years ago and i haven't had a full nights sleep in over 45 years. I complain about it and they have gave mertazipin for sleep. Even with the drugs i sleep maybe the most 4 hours a night and am drowsy all day The script says for mood. I think they are just covering their ass and wont call it insomnia. I also have sleep apnea and was told unless i was diagnosed in service i couldn't fie. They didn't even know about sleep apnea back then

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

I’m very sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

@shaunmorris2722 10 ай бұрын

I had a bomb blow up near me,busted eardrum ear bled for 3 days I thought the ringing in my ears was normal

@prestigeveteranmedical 10 ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

@combatdouglas1306 4 ай бұрын

Insomnia is mow being looked by VA as an independent rating of either MH or Respiratory. Jan 2024 VA discussions so it'll be ~two years before fruitition. But 100% MH 100% Respiratory 100% Insomnia may become reality.

@prestigeveteranmedical 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching my friend and for your insight =-)