A top VA disability attorney explains how to get a PTSD rating of 70% on a VA disability claim.
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
- As a Veteran in the United States, you might be suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD is one of the most difficult service-related disabilities to diagnose and classify. For more information you can read this article: www.veteranslaw.com/disabilit...
In this video we’ll explain:
- How PTSD is rated
- Symptoms of PTSD and what they mean
- Next steps to get your PTSD rating raised with the VA
Our office works with many veterans pursuing PTSD cases. If you have been denied your PTSD claim, or you feel you were underrated, please request a free consultation. www.veteranslaw.com/consultat...
i got awarded 70 percent last month. i was just really honest with my counselor and told her what my life was like because of my condition and when i went to the c and p i was honest too. everything just fell into place. i am also retired with 21 years of service.
Glad to hear that Oscar
I've also got 21 years, retired, and am going to my CandP today. I guess we'll see how that goes.
@@aaronwilliams2706 How did it go?
You might want to apply for TDIU. If you're 70 percent in one dissabillity and can't keep gainful employment then you quallify
@@aaronwilliams2706 can you tell us how it went?
I told them all those things you just talked about, in my re-evaluation in 2018, basically saying that I suffered from all those things, but since I was on medication, and was in therapy. (I honestly missed more therapy and hardly took my meds) The VA wanted to bump me from 50% down to 30% and I had to fight to keep my 50% rating. I even told them that I had flash backs when driving and would switch to combat mode even when home and they just chalked it up to regular road rage.
I'm sorry to hear that. The VA gets away with all kinds crap like that all the time. It's one of the reasons having a good representative in your corner can make all the difference. If you'd like to fight for your 70% please feel free to reach out to our office. www.veteranslaw.com
Thanks for the video. You seem so caring and knowledgeable. Thanks again
when I served in the Marines, I served 4 years on active duty and was deployed to two separate countries.
I was in Field Artillery which is Big large heavy Cannons/ Howitzers I saw many very dangerous situations
I had more than one instance where I felt I was going to lose my life and I have bad dreams about those things I suffer from Anxiety as well as anger I went through a divorce and have had flare-ups at work with certain co-workers who have got me in a heated state I am for sure hypervigilant and afraid of leaving my car anywhere and etc..
I've asked the VA for help and I am hoping they are going to give me the help I need I am not doing that well but I keep trying each day to hang on and not to give up. I loved the Marines but it took a toll on me.
I am service connected for bilateral hearing Loss my hearing and equilibrium is really messed up. I'm doing my best but I for sure need some help. thanks for your video.
Thank you for watching. Sorry to hear about your experience and yes, we also hope that the VA will provide the necessary help. Please feel free to contact our office directly if the VA's response to your claim is not satisfactory and we'll see if we can help.
hang in there bro
sounds like 70% ptsd right there.
How are you doing now
Thank You 🙏 God Bless!
Thank you for sharing. God bless you! 👌
Same to you!
This is good information. Thank you.
Thanks so much for all the good references, I have all but one of those you talked about, especially the Panic/Severe Depression/Anxiety…. I have my first interview with one of the psychiatrist tomorrow. Hopeful….
Hopefully all will work out without need for our help but we are here if you need. www.veteranslaw.com
You are such a beautiful soul. Genuine and caring. Straight from the heart.
You're spot-on!!
I greatly appreciate this video. This was so eye opening. As a spouse of a vet I just wasn’t sure what in the world is going on. Thinking it was something I was always doing, but when trying to ask my husband he’d just clam up. This has really let me know some avenues I can take to help my husband. He’ll more than likely buck at the information, but this really tells me a lot of what is going on, and what I can hopefully do to help him, and our family. I’ve stuck it out for a few decades so I’ll just keep pushing through to get him the help he needs. Thank you so much.
I’ve got and have had all of these issues. Every single one over and over. VLJ hearing at the end of next month. Thank you for this helpful reminder of a video. USMC infantry
Let us know if we can be of some help
Wow you are very good in describing and spot on.
Thank you Edward! If there are more topics you'd like to see addressed, please feel free to comment below and we'll get them done.
God Bless You.🙏
Any you as well :)
I’m so nervous and anxious. I have my PTSD c&p exam tomorrow afternoon. I have all those symptoms. I was stabbed by a fellow servicemember and have a huge scar on my forearm that reminds me of it everyday. I pray I get this rating.
Praying you get what you need as well. Just go in and be as honest as possible about how it is on your worst day. If you need our help please reach out to us www.veteranslaw.com or 888-811-0523
I'm currently at 50% for PTSD with a combined total of 70%. I know my rating should be higher based on this video! I will definitley put a new claim for an increase and talk to my doctor on documenting all of the things I told him for more evidence! This is a serious health issue with my life and what i'm going through!
Please do what you need to get you the help you deserve. If you don't get an increase and need to appeal, please reach out to us.
@@Veteranslaw I'm going to see my VA doctor and make sure all information is documented properly. I'm also going to be claiming some secondary connected service injuries as well.
@@POWERMINDS747 Sounds good, let us know if we can help
50% ptsd, combined 70? How many stuff did you claim. You should have at least 10 or more stuff claim
I was awarded a 30% rating for PTSD in 2016. I just had my C and P exam yesterday. I really needed more time with the doctor. I seen her look at the time and after that she started rushing me through the questions. I was all messed up. Too many questions way too fast. Not happy with how it went. Haven’t been able to relax today. I don’t feel things went good for me because I was rushed. Now I’m waiting to see what happens.
What was your outcome?
What was your outcome.
@@jriicard0 I got an increased to 70% for PTSD.
@@DT-hy6px Increase to 70% for PTSD.
have a cnp for an increase can you give me tips or some examples what they ask you
So im appealing a ptsd 30% rate because im doing worse since that rate and they never took into account my civilian psychologist records. Currently, i will be going to a C&P exam in a couple of weeks even though my civilian doc sent in all her records AND did a DBQ. Why would they send me to a C&P exam with all the info and DBQ sent in?
All of these things I have had never ever put a claim in or even thought about all of these things that I've experienced and do you're hitting every single one of them is so crazy.
I really appreciate this but as a service connected hearing disabled person the audio is terrible and I have to use CC. Try to really project your voice in other videos. Sorry to complain but again thank you for helping us.
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I need help having trouble explaining my symptoms to a c and p examiner and continue to get low balled in my rating. Combat veteran as infantryman in the USMC DIAGNOSED with ptsd several months after I got back from Afghan and still can’t get the proper rating. Also have other things rated as low as 0 %
That is one of the most frustrating parts of this process is getting the C&P examiner to understand how bad your symptoms are and that translating into a proper rating. We see this ALL THE TIME, it's infuriating! We'd be happy to give you some help with that, it's better to do so via phone. Please contact Ed or Violet in our office at 888-811-0523. They would be happy to talk with you about your symptoms. Please let them know that Amanda asked you to call. You can also complete a consultation request on our website at www.veteranslaw.com and click on See if We can Help. We have guidelines for a C&P exam that they can share with you if you ask.
Hi Amanda. Great video! I have a question, if a service member retired with 20+ years in service, is 100% VA TDIU and receives SSDI, is he/she also eligible for a VA pension on top of all that?
Hi Ilya, no a veteran can not receive both VA pension and VA disability benefits at the same time.
I am alleged already at 70% rated by a psychologist but not rated so how do i push this to the rating board?????
I got a hundred percent rating for bipolar disorder.
So I was already rated at 50% for PTSD. How can I fight this and go for 70%? I feel like everything you said I was able to relate to.
Hi Rick, If it's within one year of the decision that gave you 50% you should be able to appeal. If it's been more than a year, you will likely need to file a claim to reopen your case. Reach out to our team at consults@veteranslaw.com and we can answer your question more directly.
I have very bad symptoms of ptsd I am going for another follow with c&p on the 11 of October should I let my wife talk about the bad things I do
I was at 70 but recently reduced to 50%. I check all the boxes for 70% except for my job. I've kept it for going on 8 years. I read meters, I work alone and as long as my routes are read I don't ever hear from my supervisor. I literally couldn't do anything else but apparently this is good reason yo be reduced
Hi William, I would recommend appealing that decision and fighting the reduction. Feel free to reach out to us if you need some help. www.veteranslaw.com
was it the va that scheduled for a reval.....or did you file for an increase
@@nicholasgeorge6276 re-eval
@@Veteranslaw appealing is just something I don't have the patience for. Plus I hate doing paperwork so I guess I'm just stuck. I'm over it to be honest lol
@@Veteranslaw The VA isn't our friend I've figured that out and I'm done talking to them cause I'm gonna lose my sh** if I keep having to deal with them
I said all of those and was in combat and currently being treated for PTSD and anxiety… va says not service connected. I would love to know what the examiner wrote down.
Hi Tavare, you are entitled to see a copy of the report the examiner sent to the VA. You just call the VA and request a copy of the C&P exam. We'd be happy to take a look at your case if you want to fill out a request for a consultation on our website. Just go to www.veteranslaw.com and click on "See if we can help"
A little over 3 minutes in and u touched a nerve.
Hopefully not in a negative way. If so please feel free to email us directly at info@veteranslaw.com or if you need help with a claim.
How do you guys charge? Is it a one time fee or is it taken from the VA benefits payments?
Hi Michael, we work on contingency so we only get paid if we are able to get you a lump sum of back pay on an appeal. We charge 20% contingency of the lump sum. Everything else month to month is yours 100%.
Question! For anyone that can answer. If I submit my DBQ (from seeing my Doctor) to the VA. And the VA keep schedule me appointments to see their (contracted) Doctor. Do I have to make those appointments even though I turned my DBQ into them?
Hi Ryan, yes if they call you in for an exam you do have to go or they will just deny you or propose to reduce if they are calling you in for a routine follow up exam. Let me know if we can be of any further help.
@@Veteranslaw Thank You !! I think I'm dealing with a Janky lawfirm, and don't know what to do
@@ronchilo79 Feel free to reach out to us if you want a 2nd opinion. We do free consultations. You can email us at consults@veteranslaw.com or call 888-811-0523
They mixed my c&p with another veteran and gave me depression 50%. They put someone else's story in my medical report when I looked on myhealthyvet. I should be 70% ptsd. I'm gonna keep fighting I'm at 90% pushing for 100% P&T
Definitely keep fighting! That kind of thing makes me angry. We are here to help if you need it. I wish I could say that was the first time I had seen that kind of thing. Just know it's definitely grounds for an appeal. If you need our help please reach out at www.veteranslaw.com
how about getting symptoms after 20 years? I guess with age my mind is not that strong to suppress the memories anymore and I get many of those symptoms , can I still claim?
If someone has a 70% static mental health condition that finally starts to improve with medication, will the VA re-evaluate or potentially reduce based off of this improvement, even though it is considered static and has been in effect for 7 years?
If a condition is not yet permanent they can bring you in for an evaluation at any time. Usually after 7 years that would be rare. If they consider a reduction they would have to first send you a proposal of reduction and give you an opportunity to provide counter evidence prior to them implementing any reduction.
@@Veteranslaw Isn't static considered permanent though?
@@markwilliams205 The VA may use different language. I haven't seen them use static, I look for them to indicate it's permanent
I just won my appeal after six years, I thought for sure I was gonna get denied again.
I had to take a early retirement due to my PTSD, so I'm currently on social security disability.
I have no idea what my rating will be as of yet because I just won my case the other day.
Congrats! I'm glad to hear you got granted. I'm hoping they give you the right percentage you need. If not please contact our office and we can likely help get you to the 100% www.veteranslaw.com
How are you doing now
@@BearInThePhillipines I got a 100% P&T TDIU
I took my case all the way to the veterans appeal court and was able to state my case.
I think what helped me was getting a Nexus letter.
I also was able to get a letter from my platoon sgt verifying my story.
I continue to seek treatment from VA, it's been a long road.
Where are your offices? Any in Utah?
Hi Steve, we are based out of southern California but we work with Veterans all over the world.
Is a reevaluation at some point guaranteed if the disability is not coded as permanent? I am at 70% ptsd and not considered permanent..
Hi Michael, thank you for your question. It isn't a guarantee... nothing really is a guarantee with the VA. Generally the VA will reevaluate within 3-5 years after initial grant but after 5 years the regulations indicate the VA should not reexamine. Also if the veteran is over the age of 55 they should not reexamine.
@@Veteranslaw thank you for this information
im in the same boat. been 70 % ptsd for 3 years in october. i guess any time after that i could be reevaluated because im not permanent. i cant stop thinking about it. i feel that i have not gotten better. i dont take medication or go to therapy. i dont know i guess i will cross that brige when i get to it.
I got 50% for ptsd 7 yrs ago. I got denied my skknn condition tho auto immune conditions that I believe I got with anthrax. I want to fight this again cause I am still having health issues and I want to bring up my ptsd can you help or someone.
Hi there, we only work on appeals so if you haven't kept case open you'll need to reopen your claim. I would recommend working with a Veteran Service Officer which you can find at www.nacvso.org. If they don't grant your increase or our other conditions feel free to reach out to us at www.veteranslaw.com and we'll see if we can help you with the appeal.
question. di you ever get reevaluated after you got your initial ptsd rating? have you been at the same 50% ptsd rating from the beginning.?
I have almost all these symptoms but I don’t have a diagnosis PTSD. How do I get the diagnoses and get a rating ?
Thank you for reaching out. I would probably be best if you contacted our office and we can walk you through what you need to do. Can you fill out a consultation request at www.veteranslaw.com/consultation-request/
I had to go back twice to get it raised.
Yes, the moto we all have to keep is never give up until the VA rightly gives you what you are entitled to. Glad you kept at it.
@@Veteranslaw
Have a good week vlg!
So I have a question, if you get a single rating of 100% for MH, does that automatically make you IU? I've heard because in order to get 100%, you are considering socially and occupational impaired
No, you can't be 100% and also get IU. IU is a way to get you paid at the 100% level if your overall isn't 100% but you are unable to maintain gainful employment. Hope that helps!
Do you have one talking about 100%. I think I have some of them.
Thanks.
We don't at the moment but you can see symptoms of 100% here. I'll make it a priority to record one for 100% very soon. www.veteranslaw.com/disability-ratings/va-disability-ptsd-rating/
@@Veteranslaw Thanks!
Can you report a C&P examiner for neglecting to put information that you clearly stated, during the C&P exam ?
I just got back a 50% PTSD rating, because due to her findings, I did not have -
suicidal ideations [which I do] obsessional rituals [which I do] illogical speech [which I do] continuous panic attacks [which I do] impaired impulse control [which I do] spatial orientation [which I do] neglect of personal hygiene [which I do] etc.
I have bad memory, so my girlfriend had to be the one to read the rating and she recalled the conversation with my examiner, as she was there. That’s what refreshed my memory.
Nevertheless, please let me know if I can get a copy of the C&P exam video and how to report the examiner. Thank you, for all these educational videos.
Hi Carlos, we recommend you submitting a VA form 4138 Statement in Support of Claim outlining the issues you see with the exam. You can submit one as well as your girlfriend. This will make it part of your claims file record. You can submit it with a supplemental claim as new evidence in appealing the 50% rating. If you need some assistance please feel free to reach out to our office at www.veteranslaw.com.
@@Veteranslaw thank you ! 🙏
In 2010, I had to provide SIRs, statements, and psychologists statements and received 30% for PTSD. Then years after anyone could say whatever and get 70%+, I guess combat PTSD isn't such an issue, I already hated going to a shrink and after losing my marriage, several jobs, nearly my home and my vehicle repossessed which I got back. If you have PTSD or similar, it's difficult to talk to anyone at least for me.
I think it's difficult for most to talk about. If you're at 30% you might look into putting in a request for increase. Let us know if we can assist.
Yes, thank you someone who falls into the same category as myself. I am a combat veteran, had the provide SIRs, statements and combat awards. I got 30% in 2010,now people just say it and get rated higher.
My VA Psych put a disclaimer in my file to prevent me from being able to use my diagnosis for filing a claim:
**The listed diagnosis is based solely on the veteran's self-report of symptoms. The clinical assessment that led to this diagnosis did not include any measure of potential response bias, a review of the veteran's claims file, or a review of other collateral sources. The assessment results and diagnosis documented in this note is for treatment purposes only and should not be used to make legal decisions, such as VA Compensation and Pension determinations.**
Can they do this??!? I literally can't file a claim bc of it.
I've spoken with multiple other veterans who are service-connected mental health and none of them have ever seen or heard of this happening. Also spoken with multiple VSOs, they too have never seen or heard of this.
civilian or military psych? during or after service?
@@oscarmosca1234 VA, after service.
I’m 80 and I don’t know how to get to 100%. I haven’t had any help.
Epmetrius, we would be happy to see if we can assist you with the increase. Please go to our website www.veteranslaw.com and click on "See if we can Help"
How about legs don't work at T junctions left sided chest pain everything ihas the same value - hostile
who are the best go through for help? DAV? Veteran Guardians? I need a high % rate
I think it completely depends on where you're at in the process and in the country. There are good VSOs in many places and if you're reopening your claim I would recommend working with a VSO locally. If you're needing to appeal a decision, then of course we would be happy to review your case and see if we can help you. If we can't we can surely point you in the right direction.
I have 70percent, Next 12March I be c p increase my 30 porcent ptsd, I see.💥
How did the C&P go? If you need help., please reach out to us consults@veteranslaw.com
@@Veteranslaw tell you what, 💯 porcent is reallt.
Is your law group accredited by the VA?
Yes, all of our attorneys are accredited by the VA and admitted to practice at the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. We handle claims at all levels of appeal.
@@Veteranslaw So I will be able to look them up on the VA website?
@@paratrooperlane7022 Yes you will be able to find each of our attorneys by searching the VA OGC website.
@@Veteranslaw Thank you, I just filed for GERD & Migraines as a secondary to PTSD. I file for lower back pain from time in service, I also applied for TDIU. I have a C&P this month for my secondary conditions. Depending on how everything goes I may or may not need your help.
Great question
I've got three folders filled with packets and papers on suicide and depression, with everything I can relate to highlighted, and can't even get one single person to read one of them, I also haven't taken a shower in five months, nor washed my clothes, nor shaved, and I haven't washed my bedding in over two years.
You think I can get 70%?
Nah, I can't even get anybody to talk to me, much less go to bat for me.
We would be more than happy to talk to you about your case. Please reach out to us at 888-811-0523 or www.veteranslaw.com. Please be sure to let us know you submitted this comment on our CZcams and that Amanda specifically asked you to contact us.
Can you help me
Hi Jimmy, we would be happy to talk to you about your case to see if we can assist you. Best way to go about that is to go to our website www.veteranslaw.com and click on "See if we Can Help". This will direct you to a consultation form. You can also reach out via phone to 888-811-0523
I explained all of that and still only got 50 percent. I think that my doctor did not understand and thats why there should only be American doctors and not foreign doctors who dont have an understanding for such things
Hi Alfred, if you feel you should be at the 70% level please reach out to my office to see if we can assist you in arguing for higher rating. You can find us at www.veteranslaw.com or via phone at 888-811-0523. If you fill out a consult request online my office will reach out to you.
Can prolonged PTSD lead to bipolar disorder?
I am not a Dr. so I can't give diagnosis, but I can say in my experience I have seen many with both diagnosis.
No.
Two different disorders.
You need a sound technician
I was awarded 30% the end of last year. I feel that is way too low. If I appeal would my current girlfriend be allowed to attend the C&P with me? I ask because after discussing my last C&P with her she pointed out there was so much I missed bringing up, such as frequent job changes because I refuse to put up with their BS, frequent relationship changes for the same reason, she says I lose my shit while driving if someone does something I don't like (drive slow in the passing lane), my drinking has increased immensely, and SI. I have a lot of pride so telling a stranger that I am a weak failure and I suck at life is not something I can do.
You are not alone in this. Here is an article from our blog about C&P Exams that might help answer your question. www.veteranslaw.com/what-should-i-expect-at-my-cp-exam/ Also, feel free to contact our office directly to see if we can help. www.veteranslaw.com/consultation-request/
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Pretty sure you lose your 2nd amendment with that rating
No you don’t loose your gun rights that’s false!!
Pretty sure as in you just made that up and have no factual knowledge on the matter?
I am rated 💯 percent for MH and I own guns.
need to speak up a little