Top 10 VA Claims That Are Guaranteed To Get You 50% More Benefits

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In order to win your VA claim and maximize your veterans benefits you need to file claims that pay out at the 50% compensation rate or higher. Luckily, there are a few VA claims that have been tested and proven to result in 50% more benefits for veterans. Familiarizing yourself with some of these common VA Claims that are guaranteed to get you 50% more benefits will help save time and effort when filing your claim.
00:00 Introduction
00:55 50% VA Rating for Plantar Fasciitis
2:00 50% VA Rating for Sleep Apnea
2:44 70% VA Rating for Major Depressive Disorder
5:00 What is a high-value VA claim?
5:56 Can you get VA disability for traumatic brain injury?
6:47 What are secondary conditions to degenerative disc disease?
7:05 What are the different types of 100 VA disability?
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@CombatCraig Год назад

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@CombatCraig Год назад

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@terencebanyahudah5691 Год назад

Sir. I have been diagnosed by the VA Psychiatrist and have been receiving treatment since 8/30/22 for PTSD, Sleep Apnea, Insomnia, Depression and Anxiety to the present (4/27/23). I have had a Higher Level Review on file since 3/09/21 for D&A as secondary to both knees (airborne special recon). I was just denied for Tinnitus and hearing loss a day ago. Reason given was no nexus for hearing loss even tho they confirm that my test was inconsistent and they confirmed the constant ringing in my ears. They used they info of my first term of service as “Peacetime” 1986-1989 but failed to include my time of 2000-2003! What would you suggest as the best course of action to take? I suffer daily from these symptoms but the VA seems dead set on denying me. Please advise. Thank you sir.

@shanemitchell477 Год назад

I don't even get any VA benefits at all. I hate the VA. I saw what they did to ppl in Dallas Main VA Hospital..in the middle of the hood. All I get is ssdi. I will not deal with those people in that organization whatsoever, and I have schizophrenia, bipolar, ptsd, co-dependency sydrome, bad back and knees from driving M60A3 tanks...I was a 19E/19K, and I know you can't get VA benefits for this, but in the national guard had a range accident (thank god I didn't get hurt). Where a whole line of ppl were shooting at ME on the range, because the range safety officer, said we're done, walk out there and take the range fans down.I literally heard bullets zinging around me and dust as they hit the ground. If you wonder why I have all these problems, it's mostly from underground mining, because I was the explosives expert in an underground mine 650 feet below ground using anfo, 6 explosions a night, 6 days a week for 17 years.

@a_daug8670 Год назад

I went through the gauntlet (air injection ) during boot camp and eventually had high liver enzymes in 1983 and was diagnosed with hep c in 1999 and took the ribavirin poly interferon cocktail. i already have a 40% service related back injury rating. the drug cocktail seems to have a issue to damage the liver after a number of years. Is there a rating for this issue.

@jimcarrington6744 Год назад

EVERY word is pure dishonesty. The VA should be ended completely.

@perkidanman Год назад

For depression - Suicidal ideation can just mean “I feel like people would be better off if I wasn’t around” or wanting to not wake up. That should be all it takes to get the 70% rating.

@CombatCraig Год назад

That is an example of suicidal ideation for sure🤠

@perkidanman Год назад

@@CombatCraig I always thought SI was planning out or acting on it until my therapist asked me these questions and was like, “yeah, that’s suicidal ideation”

@CombatCraig Год назад

@@perkidanman it’s extremely wide ranging and I didn’t even know that I had it for over a decade!

@nickgerr1991 Год назад

Really rather not have that I my charts tho

@eQuariuz Год назад

@@nickgerr1991 lol

@theloudamerican2193 Год назад

The veteran community is incredibly fortunate to have your channel as a resource!!! I am personally very thankful.

@CombatCraig Год назад

I'm glad to hear that you're getting value out of my videos man💰✅🚀

@MoCa1979Jr Год назад

I second that sentiment.

@unclebubbaknowseverything9143 Год назад

Same here! The Marine Corp taught us to suck it up and keep charging forward. Rub some dirt on it and take some grunt candy... Now we pay the price.... Thank you for your help Boss... 🤠

@dirtdiggertractor3618 Год назад

Smoke em if you got em

@CombatCraig Год назад

@@dirtdiggertractor3618 ☝️☝️

@jeremyslade4178 Год назад

I Thank you for your knowledge that helped me get to 100% P& T. You are an Angel Brother! NEVER change be you keep it Truthful and Raw like you ALWAYS do. Even after my 100 P& T rating I listen to your channel and share with fellow Veteran's! Brothers and Sister fellow Veteran's DON'T EVER GIVE UP! THAT IS WHAT THE VA WANTS YOU TO DO. NOT EVERYONE IS GOING TO GET 100% , BUT DO YOUR BEST BE TRUTHFUL AND STATE ONLY FACTS! KEEP YOUR COMMENTS CLEAR AND CONCISE ALWAYS. THANK YOU CC

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@JULIAN-KEIZER 4 месяца назад

I served in the Marine Corps back in the 90's. I filed my first claim in Nov 2022 and was denied except for Tinnitus at 10%, first step. Even though my back was documented in my SRB, the C&P examiner said there was no service connection. I went and got an MRI for my back, which confirmed Lumbar radiculopathy and filed a supplemental claim in Sep 2023 with my medical evidence and lay statement, I also did it without a Nexus Letter. I was awarded 10% for Lumbar Radiculopathy and another 10% for Spasms. I'm now at 30% rating. I have an additional claim pending for Cervical Radiculopathy that I filed along with my lay statement and MRI and doctor's diagnosis. I'm confident I will get that and get to 50% and start working on secondary claims. Your videos are very helpful, and I was always embarrassed to file or say I was hurting, but after watching your videos, I realized I should not be embarrassed to file for a benefit I earned. Thank you. Update: I am now at 90% with insomnia, cervical radiculopathy and left shoulder pain.

@husker_nation Год назад

Thank you for all you advice Craig! I recently got a 60% rating and couldn't have done without your advice!

@CombatCraig Год назад

Nice💰

@husker_nation Год назад

@@CombatCraig Combat PTSD is the primary reason. I'm gonna call the Hill and Potton team to see if my back rating can be adjusted because they gave me a measly 20% service connected.. It's chronic pain I've had since 2009 and I'm in the process of getting my private doctor's evidence on that for treatment. Even in my Army personal file, there are multiple notations of being me not able to perform the PT test because of my back issues. Guess the VA didn't take that into consideration. Gonna go get that nut. Thanks again for all the advice you give in this channel. Cheers

@Rich222 9 месяцев назад

@@husker_nationupdate?

@leftbenchplayaa 8 месяцев назад

hey man congratulations. i’m in the process myself of trying to get my ratings. are you still at 60% or did you try and get 100 yet?

@husker_nation 8 месяцев назад

@@leftbenchplayaa As you get a higher rating, it gets harder to achieve that 95% rating (rounds up to 100%). I'm currently sitting at 83%. (rounded down to 80) and I have my last two C&P exams later this month on which I'll most likely be at 90% (rounded up).

@ninolama Год назад

Incredibly grateful for your channel and the information you put forth. Outstanding!

@CombatCraig Год назад

🤠🇺🇸💰🔥

@LTT20101 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the info Sir, I was denied disability in 1984 because they actually Read My X-Rays wrong. I have been on the docket for 2.5 years. I have contact Hill and Ponton. Thankfully I on va disability since 2020 and now at 70% but I am so grateful for your information. I hope these folks can help me further.

@johndee3830 Год назад

I went to my c&p today I think they heard me this time thank you for pointing out everything your the only one I'll admit to has saved my life A couple months ago. Now we wait to see if I have to higher your course a vocational expert and a lawyer. Good luck in life

@boatsfa2015 3 месяца назад

So helpful to see this. Retire in a year after a full 20. I just got diagnosed in writing with severe panic disorder, anxiety, deprrssion.

@thomaslindsey7685 Год назад

Great (maybe the best) video on RU-vid. Thank you so very much.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Your welcome Thomas👍

@VOOODOOO37 Год назад

HUNDO CLUB - I got credit for Plantar, and sleep apnea, but the VA wanted another Dr. to validate the sleep apnea, so I drove 100 miles and she substantiated the sleep study, so I got that too. I got depressive disorder and TBI. Also my VFW service rep loaded the list up with a bunch of other items to throw at the wall. Discharged to retirement with 100% P&T disability. It took work, a lot of appointments, SO be prepared to defend each item. Remember, to prove you are disabled tow that line all the way through.

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@werewolf1251 Год назад

Excellent Mr. CC. Happy White Claw Black Cherry:30! 🐺

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@N1co777 4 месяца назад

Thanks C-Dub... just got sleep apnea diagnosis and am already rated for TBI

@TrueCrimePsychic 9 месяцев назад

You had me at 6:19 🥰 just sucks ive been out over 20 years and failed to make all of my appts, as so much of whats 50 to 100% genuinely effects me. Thanks again

@blazincajun87 11 месяцев назад

I love your videos they have helped me. I wish I could of used your nexus doctors. I just went through some claims and since I didn’t have a medical evidence they make me feel like none of it will work. They refuse to up my ptsd and I am about to give up everything. Thank you for what you have done

@whitetailedrabbit_productions Год назад

Dude. I am thankful for this video. My uncle (army vet) sent this to me. Now I can bring that to the DAV for many of these.

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@krank3682 Год назад

I’ve been hearing that the DAV never answers their phones after you put in your claim.

@whitetailedrabbit_productions Год назад

@@krank3682 they have only answered an email and said I need to call to file a claim but I always get a busy signal

@joeporterjr4718 Год назад

Combat craig man thank you so much with you I was able to go from 90 too 100 I love your channel man 🙏🏽 lord protect this man

@CombatCraig Год назад

Thanks Joe🤠

@josephpeters7076 Год назад

Team Joes

@popeyes17 Год назад

Appreciate the help keep up the good info 👍

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@WJr_88 Год назад

Thank you Combat Craig for another great video!

@CombatCraig Год назад

👍👍

@naritv3853 Год назад

Just got out the army last month got that 50% for plantar fasciitis it’s my biggest claim! Great channel my migraines got 30% with minimal follow ups

@CombatCraig Год назад

Yeah when I finally got my 50% rating for my feet I was feeling pretty good as well. Its a big one and there are tons of secondaries that you can hook onto them👍

@DustynMooreZero Год назад

@@CombatCraig Just looking for clarification on the Plantar Fasciitis claim and Pes Planus. I've seen people get 50% or say they did but now its just 40%? I'm just a tad confused on this specific topic and would they combine both if you claim and have both documented? Thank you for all the info you put out there!

@jesusarrayga7420 Год назад

Thank you for all the great info you give us

@CombatCraig Год назад

Any time

@sharvey7358 5 месяцев назад

I really enjoy the information you provide

@jackierobertson1528 Год назад

Thanks for another awesome video Combat Craig.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Your welcome Jackie🤠

@bruceayers512 Год назад

Great Content, As Always. Love the Analogies.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Glad you like them!

@bruceayers512 Год назад

@@CombatCraig Question time. Have you heard of the VA taking a New Claim and turning it into an Increase to an existing one? #2. Have you heard of the VA using the same company (QTC) that does the C & P exam as the "Decision maker" for the same Claim.

@kevincarey2775 Год назад

Thanks Craig! I am at 50% now for PTSD

@CombatCraig Год назад

Nice Kevin!

@hazelcruz4704 Год назад

Hello Combat Craig! Thanks for all the wonderful information you share with us. I suffer from PTSD, Fibromyalgia, left and right knee injury. I was awarded 90%. I had to resign from my job due to my medical conditions. I have since then been awarded TIU. Each month I find myself stressed because I’m always wondering if they will remove my disability rating because it never got to 100% in the beginning and I will have to return to the workforce. Your website is the only place I feel I can get the correct answer.

@CombatCraig Год назад

👍👍

@kommoncents6873 9 дней назад

You're a godsend brother! 💪🏼👊🏼😘

@aztecacalendario 7 месяцев назад

Great presentation. Need more vids like this one.

@CombatCraig 7 месяцев назад

More to come!

@aztecacalendario 7 месяцев назад

@@CombatCraig I completed a QTC exam this past Tuesday and the FNP didn't know what she was doing. She had so many certifications on her white coat. Pulled on my right ankle really hard, after I had informed her that I have bilateral feet arthritis and bilateral knee arthritis, and also mid to low back injury arthritis. What should I do?

@r3d_ti3_guy Год назад

My service connected Non-Hodkins Lymphoma got me service connection with a 0% disability rating. I never knew about secondary conditions associated with though. Thank you for the education moment.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Your welcome👍

@johnmctheny775 Год назад

got my 100% P&T this year finally but a condition that affected me in the military that never got rated was my 6yrs of lead exposure from working on an indoor range with bad ventilation. I was pulled off the job a few times to get my levels back down and had some memory and aches an pain issues immediately afterwards. It all well documented in my military med records that i had a steady level of lead in me but the VA never acknowledged it or rated it.

@victorwarner2734 Год назад

How is that possible with all that documentation

@johnmctheny775 Год назад

@@victorwarner2734 it wasn't under a presumptive condition and I never have a condition they considered was caused by the lead exposure...

@dadson8524 Год назад

This gentleman know his craft ❤

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@webdronez Год назад

He sure does

@philipjones2606 Год назад

Great info bro, I was approved for Major Depressive Disorder/Insomnia secondary to Tinnitus today at 70%. I'm now 80%

@CombatCraig Год назад

Nice!

@fadkira Год назад

Congrats brother! I filed mine 2 months, how long did it for you to get a decision?

@philipjones2606 Год назад

@@fadkira 3 months

@christophergilbert1620 Год назад

Did you have to have a nexus to prove depressive disorder?

@philipjones2606 Год назад

@@christophergilbert1620 no nexus letter, I provided va treatment records, a lay statement, and previous VA appeal cases related to depression/Insomnia secondary to Tinnitus

@6mallards Год назад

Another great vid CC

@CombatCraig Год назад

Thanks man🤠

@davidmeredith840 11 месяцев назад

Hey Combat Craig. I currently have open claims for Vertigo (secondary to tinnitus) Meniere’s Disease, and Insomnia (secondary to tinnitus). VA referred me to a physical (C&P exam) which I already went to and I’m scheduled for an audiogram. I was a machine gunner in the Marine Corps and stated to them about my symptoms I’ve been having pertaining to Vertigo and Meniere’s as well as my sleeping disorder. My question is how hard is it to prove for a disability rating for those claims? Love your channel brother and keep doing what your doing!

@TheOctabreaker 4 месяца назад

they are making it harder to get a rating for tinnitus. Don't let them tell you don't have tinnitus because your hearing is good, because you can't test for tinnitus and it doesn't necessarily affect your hearing. They may or may not try that. I'm going to my doctor soon for vertigo and insomnia secondary to tinnitus soon. I hope your rating went well

@gamervet7793 Год назад

I am still fighting for that 100% only got to 90 from 80 for bilateral impairment of the knees. Still havent sent me to c&p exam for my kneck shoulder and arm pain. With a nexus letter from my chiropractor.3 years now nothing yet

@crrnt2684 10 месяцев назад

I got chils when you began talking about degenerative disc disease. I'm beginning to work through my appeal for severe back and nerve issues in both legs. It feels like I'm at the base of Mt. Kilamanjara with no map or GPS.

@scrapguy6816 Год назад

Very informative video Craig. Thanks.

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@johnm249 8 месяцев назад

I got booted out of the Navy when I was 19 due to major depressive disorder and I did not even know it until I was 53 years old. I ordered my service record in 2016 and someone wrote in my service record that they thought I was suffering from depression. I filed a claim and I was approved for 70%. I was in the Navy and had no combat experience but I did a great job as long as I was busy working. When I was not working I would sit in the ship passageway and some ahole MAA is Navy MP would say "you have a stain on your work uniform" and I would get hassled for that crap and get in trouble. Anyway... I tried to increase my rating with little success. I am 60 years old now and I started getting paid 8 months after I filed my claim. I filed claim in Nov 2016 and got approved and a lump sum payment from Nov 2016 to July 2017. I was homeless at the time so a check got lost but I eventually got a new check and I went on direct deposit. I did not fill out any paperwork for direct deposit initially as I did not know if I would even get approved.

@dfabove9108 Год назад

Brother Craig , Thank you for all that you do for our veteran community . I have a question about ratings . I have a total of 410 % in va ratings including 2 100% permanent and total and an being paid at 100 % plus about $400.00 for special compensation . which they don't specify the malady. What do you think ?

@jasonmock9434 Год назад

@CombatCraig, do you have any info on partial knee replacements? I'm service connected for my left knee at 10% and just had a partial done. I've been getting mixed info on my rating. I've read 100% for a year, re-eval, then minimum 30%, but WWP is telling me 9 months at 100% then could go back to 10%. Called VA, and of course, no help...

@oldfart269 Год назад

I was diagnosed several years ago by the VA with OSA (OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA). I was prescribed a CPAP machine. Did the VA drop the ball by not telling me that I had an upgradeable condition? When I retired, I was found to have tinnitus in my ears, which garnered me a 10% rating. Should I approach them on the OSA?

@BA-pz3lo Год назад

excellent video thank you

@CombatCraig Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@mpaulo6222 Год назад

I am officially a new member of the hundo club! 100% P&T TDIU as of 12/06/22! Took me 8 months. Don’t ever give up guys I know it fucking sucks dealing with these idiots but the end result is so much worth it. Overwhelm them with so much evidence that they have no choice but to approve it. Make sure it’s relevant evidence. Thanks brother Craig for the information that helped me secure my claim. Stay strong guys and keep going after it. Best of luck y’all.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Welcome to the HUNDO CLUB man!

@NavyNuke25 Год назад

I was medically retired from the Navy in 2010. It took me over 9 years and a appeal to the board to get tdiu p&t. What I didn't know was when I got tdiu for 1 condition was that my other disabilities for major depression 70% qualified me for special monthly compensation (SMC). The VA is suppose to evaluate and grant it automatically if you qualify but we know how that goes. My tdiu counts my single disability as 100% and since major depression is 70%(over 60%) and not related to tdiu 100% it qualified me for the SMC. Make sure you get what you are supposed to.

@CombatCraig Год назад

@@NavyNuke25 ☝️☝️

@BrotherBennett_ Год назад

I emailed the folks combat Craig recommended at the end of this video, I’m 80% rn with all physical claims, head neck back feet knees ect. My anxiety and ptsd and depression and sleep disturbances all got denied and not service connected, with re claiming, again migraines and anxiety but with some medical evidence is it possible they get approved?

@NavyNuke25 Год назад

@BrotherBennett I would be willing to bet the all the denied service connected conditions you have could be claimed as secondary to a service connected condition. I deal with migraines on almost daily basis. I have headaches documented in my medical record here and there but never had a migraine in the service. They put them as service connected. Pain from service connected conditions can cause depression and anxiety. My advice is to find a lawyer who specializes in VA claims and let them figure out how best to make your argument. I had to go all the way to the board to get my ratings and the veteran law judge told me the same thing the ssdi judge did and that was there was no reason why I should have had to take it this far. My medical records proved everything I had claimed and they apologized for the 10 years it took to get it done. Stay strong and keep fighting for what you deserve.

@respectforthevets2508 Год назад

Great work

@CombatCraig Год назад

Thanks

@Randy_J549 Год назад

Hey Craig, awesome video. I currently have a combined 40% rating for PTSD and tinnitus from 2 Afghanistan tours. I recently started treatment with medication for my increasing anxiety symptoms and wondered if I should claim more now that I am taking a medication. I was prescribed the meds from the VA. What are your thoughts? It has gotten worse hence why I finally went to the doctor

@MrTrickzShots 2 месяца назад

I'm at 30% left knee strain, and 10% tinnitus. Looking to get that to at least 80%. I have sleep apnea,ptsd, and migranes. Hoping this goes well!

@Mark-yy2py Год назад

Love the squirrel metaphor!

@CombatCraig Год назад

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@chipplylar7006 4 месяца назад

This is what I've been looking for.

@ORTLIEBRC Год назад

If I go in to get looked at for another claim other than what I got when I left the military 22 years ago, will they take away my current rating and revaluate my initial injury again? I am just worried that they will take away what I already have. My hip was broken in half and I have plates and screws in there now and a 40% rating from VA. I now have a constant ringing in my ears and can not hear that great anymore. Not even sure if that is a thing they will even give a rating to anyways.

@EDOutdoors91 Год назад

I was at 60 just recently got increased to 70 automatically without even applying. My concern is if veterans keep making claims that get rejected, would it trigger a red flag on the VA end and make it harder in the future. Or would the VA ever reverse a claim decision?

@ResellerDreams Год назад

Well from I’ve been reading if your claiming that is definitely wrong and your willing to go to bat. I wouldn’t be worried. I see the stories where they take 10 years to win sometimes for something. But making it harder good question that I have too

@anthonydavis3424 Год назад

They want you at zero percent

@mccarthybarnes3462 4 месяца назад

He puts out some very good information. Unfortunately, I'm X military 11 Bravo 23 years of everything, and I have never been able to get help through the V. A In the military, wonder why nobody wants to read. Unless because the children are grown up, silly parenot help by the VA and the parents are all messed up.😮

@Happy_Harry Год назад

CC.....I have 0% bilateral hearing loss & 10% tinnitus. My private ENT doctor is now diagnosing me with Meniere's Disease as well. @7:22 of this video, on the top, these 3 are listed together for 100%. Should I file for Meniere's "as is' or secondary to the previous 2? Or did they all have to happen at once?

@CombatCraig Год назад

If you are going after the money I would just focus on Meniere's. The other two conditions are always rated extremely low.

@leroyjones6454 Год назад

I am receiving 100% until March for bladder cancer which is in remission. The VA is rating me with 60% for tinnitus and COPD. My secondary is bladder incontinence 80%. They denied sleep apnea. I have sent in all the records showing my sleep study (2). I failed sleep study with CPAP which I used for 4 years. I am now I am having to use a bipap and have used it for 4 years. I have to go for C&P exam in March for the bladder. What should I do next?

@michaelmartin6549 Год назад

Thanks for all your advice. Where can I go to get a Nexus letter?

@CombatCraig Год назад

There is an email address in the description👍

@elinino5275 Год назад

I just filed for plantar 2nd to SC back. Sleep apnea was denied even with Rx and CPAP pfft. Already 50% for dep. Migraines also a stretch. Another chnl suggest go to ER for migraine to establish paper trail.

@CombatCraig Год назад

It sounds like you need to get a nexus man💯

@kurtalbrecht1215 Год назад

I was in the army 30 some years ago. I messed my back up in basic. They sent me home. But my DD214 says something different. They gave some other reason. What should i do? So then it says not eligible for disability. No i have digenretive disk disease. Have had 2 discs replaced in my neck already. Now i need one in my back replaced. I asle have neuropathy in my feet now.

@christopherblack6179 Год назад

i was denied for sleep apnea as a secondary even though the VA diagnosed me and issued me a CPAP. Its currently on appeal and my attorney put in a bunch of studies (some from the VA i believe linking ptsd with sleep apnea. Im hoping it goes my way

@CombatCraig Год назад

You’re missing the Nexus once you get that you will win🏆

@christopherblack6179 Год назад

@@CombatCraig im hoping that the information my attorneys office gave will provide the nexus. Im currently rated at 70% ptsd after an increase in the past two months. I was supposed to have an appointment for the sleep apnea but when i called to schedule they said that the appointment already happened and my presence wasnt needed

@E.Reyes78 Год назад

I belive that it must be diagnosed when you were in. If you submited the claim after,you will need a nexus letter no matter if VA did the diagnosis and or gave you the CPAP. The nexus will help you link your condition as service connected.

@Ninjaroo82 Год назад

Same situation. They denied my OSA claim 😑

@louc8782 Год назад

@@christopherblack6179 I had that same thing with my PTSD claim, they had a different doctor review the original report so I didn’t need to go to any appointments for it. Good luck, keep fighting and ALWAYS continue to listen to CC. His advice got me to 100% P&T, without him and Hill & Ponton I’d STILL be fighting an endless war with the VBA. Again good luck and I hope 2023 Brings you and your family full and complete closure on all of this.

@rickallison5411 Год назад

Well, that was about as clear as mud, Sarge. I think what I heard in your quick run down is that I should definitely be at 100% rather than 60%, because I am not getting 50% for depressive disorder. Did that rating percentage go up? Also, I need to file for back pain and degenerative discs yesterday!

@MoCa1979Jr Год назад

I wish I knew about resources like these when I initially filed my claim in the 2010s. But w/ the Pact Act I should be rated at 100% in the not too distant future. Since one of the countries I deployed to is on the list for the Pact Act & one of my claims correlates w/ it I should be good. When I called yesterday I was told that my claim was already in the decision phase, & they don't need anything further. I only filed my claim only a few months ago, & I'm surprised to hear that it might not take the 8 or so years that my initial claim did. The back pay was nice, but I don't want to wait because "it's my money & I want it now". 😂 Good luck to all the other vets out there.

@CombatCraig Год назад

I wish I knew this information in 1991!

@christophergilbert1620 Год назад

What items did you claim under the pact act? I was in Desert Storm and would like to file a few things. I appreciate your time.

@josephler9509 Год назад

Hello Sir, Can I file for major depressive disorder if I'm already service-connected at 70% for sleep disorder? Would this be a pyramid? Thank you for your great videos. 👍

@rickallison5411 Год назад

I wonder if I should go ahead and file for an increase now myself or get help in refiling.

@gm-qn8ri Год назад

The VA issued me a CPAP Machine about 4 years ago .I really don't know if it's service connected or not .If it is how can I prove it's service connected . What is a Nexus ? I hear you and others say that.

@ryanhall5742 11 месяцев назад

Everybody listen to him real good, I got 10% for back, and 10% for tinnitus, years later I went after secondaries, I’m sitting at 90% now. Do your homework and get what you deserve

@Rich222 9 месяцев назад

Hey craig I can’t recall if you’ve brought this up before so I’d like to ask again. I’m at 60% for first time submission (only 2 service connections) and that is only because i was given split decision due to the fact it was taking too long and entire claim wasn’t finished (got non service for stuff I haven’t been seen for). I was wondering if you’d recommend to do 3-4 at a time just in hopes it goes by faster? Also on average how much faster would that be?

@jpalmer1623 11 месяцев назад

Would you claim MDD if you have a history of depression as a child? Also is it easier to claim depression, migraines, insomnia as a secondary to tinnitus? (Because the tinnitus is already rated). Or as a “main” claim, or maybe PTSD? Trying to find the best route to take. Thanks in advance!

@wyleya1 Год назад

Question I received a rating for most of my claims I’m still waiting on one. Does that normally happen? Thank you

@silentp.6748 Год назад

Awesome!!

@gilbug01 Год назад

Thanks. I have 40% for chronic lumbar strain even though I have 1 ruptured disk and 2 bulging disks...is that correct? Should I not have disk herniation as well? I do have 20% for sciatica, right side. Seems weird in comparison to what you show at 7:14. Currently at 84%.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Hey Brian, that is an example of 10% for DDD and it has three additional secondaries stuck onto it to make up the extra 70%. Secondaries are the way to go and they are how you get paid. 💰

@FullFrontalExposure Год назад

Just had my appeal denied! Taking it up to a review board! The lady on the phone today asked me what laws the VA broke when asking about disability!!!! WTF!!!??? Felt like I should have been in court!

@CombatCraig Год назад

They probably broke every single one of them!

@FullFrontalExposure Год назад

@@CombatCraig I AM LIVID! What’s worse is TVAC said this isn’t the first time it’s happened!!! I didn’t know I should have a damn lawyer!!

@brianmaldonado8701 Год назад

Good evening Mr.Craig, I got a question that's not related to this. My claim is currently stuck on the gathering of evidence stage for about 7 months, waiting on the Marine Corps to send the VA my STR. Since I'm still in IRR, can I request mast to see if I can get that done since I have exhausted my options

@CombatCraig Год назад

I would definitely check into it and light a fire under their ass for sure man🤠

@yoli2bme Год назад

Thanks!

@CombatCraig Год назад

You bet!

@fishfever5923 Год назад

when i was in the military and towards the end of my military career I started to have foot problems like pain under my foot. I went to sick call and they said it was plantar fasciatis but when I got out I never claimed this. Do you think I can go back and claim this, right now this pain is really bad to the point where some mornings I cant stand up without my crutches.

@mistyjohns8196 Год назад

What's the rating for copd? I've looked vut various numbers are give its due to burn pit exposure

@Lena-yi5dr Год назад

Thank you.

@CombatCraig Год назад

You're welcome!

@mando5715 Год назад

I'm currently at 80% I have obstructive sleep apnea, prescribed a cpap from the VA, but my sleep apnea claim was denied. How the hell can I have sleep apnea, get a machine from the VA, but get my claim denied. So frustrating. Migraines 50% ptsd 50% and right shoulder 20%. To get me to 80%.

@markmcduffie364 Год назад

I'm newly connected for hearing loss and tinnitus last year. I had a number denied like lower back pain. When I was getting in the VHA the doctor ordered an MRI for back, and a sleep study. MRI showed a lot of issues, related to my original claim. And sleep study found mild sleep apnea, which they issued a CPAP immediately! Should I file an appeal for back based on MRI findings? Should I file the apnea as secondary to tinnitus?

@OneFaithFilledLady Год назад

I was diagnosed with major depression by va counselor and still was denied for it.

@codyfanion8120 Год назад

Hey Craig, love the info, been watching awhile to help other Vets. But I was wondering if you could do a video on our Will/death rights…. Gets confusing, at least for me

@CombatCraig Год назад

Sure Cody👍

@donald3thompson323 Год назад

I'm Donald Thomnpson. In 2005, I had two strokes while stationed at fort bragg, also I had surgery in 2004 on my abdomen to remove a mass by my spine, also I had knee surgery in which the doctor removed a chip bone on my fever. All I received after I retired was 10%. How can I fight to upgrade my percentage?

@donald3thompson323 Год назад

Federal not fever

@donald3thompson323 Год назад

Femer

@infantryman49 Год назад

Hey Craig first off thanks so much for breaking down all of this information, I deeply appreciate your hard work. I wanted ask if my spouses income would effect my disability? Like if they make a lot more than me would my benefits be cut off?

@CombatCraig Год назад

Nah man here income has nothing to do with your medical disability payment

@infantryman49 Год назад

@@CombatCraig Ok, thanks so much.

@CombatCraig Год назад

@@infantryman49 👍

@edgarsalinas123 4 месяца назад

I just had a C&P exam for my GERD claim and while the doctor was going over all the appointments I had she read back to me a diagnosis of bicuspid aortic valve that they discovered when I was at Walter Reed getting seen for my stomach issues. She recommended that I put in a VA claim for the heart issue. Do you think that falls under the "Chronic heart disease" claim?

@jasonjohnson651 Год назад

What would two heart stints for high cholesterol be? I just got the sleep apnea from va

@FrankTheTank1996 Год назад

Hey Craig, Great video! I'm curently at 90%. If I submit more claims for some of the stuff you mentioned, can they remove my SC for Sleep Apnea?

@CombatCraig Год назад

They sure can☝️

@SetchiPaunda Год назад

Military couldnt find the records that proved I had nerve damage in my left leg. I also have migraines.

@OrbitalMooon Год назад

If someone is processing out of the military and has been diagnosed with anxiety will that affect your eligibility for a government job? and are they allowed to ask me questions about it or if I have disabilities?

@scottiesbrain4880 Год назад

They combined PTSD and TBI for mine with a total of 50% between the two. I was already at 50% for PTSD before they rated TBI. What should be a next step for this?

@seancam5035 Год назад

Outstanding

@CombatCraig Год назад

👍👍

@TNT-Tesla Год назад

I had a car accident in the Navy and my back has been killing me on and off every since.. more now than ever as i get older(not even 40 yet) I need medical evidence to connected my back pain and. How do i get this claim started

@webdronez Год назад

I've had CAD and heart failure with 8 stents. What in my VA and army med records should I see I'm order to make it service connected? I'm at 30 service for back now...thanks Craig

@CombatCraig Год назад

I would look at filing secondaries man. Somatic Symptom Disorder could be a nice 70% claim to file secondary to your back and you might also want to think about radiculopathy as well if you have it.

@bluray4687 Год назад

Craig... I have a question. I got out of the Navy in 01. I have a number of service connected disabilities but they only gave me 10% for one of them. One of the 0% service connected was for my sinuses. After my initial claim in 01, i never fought the VA. I assumed that's the best i could get. Well, over the years, my sinuses have gotten worse. It got to the point where i couldn't breathe anymore. Turns out my sinuses were full of polyps. I recently had surgery to have them removed. For the time being, i can breathe. My question is, did i screw myself by having the surgery before getting a rating increase? I know i should have gotten at least 30% for the polyps.

@elcocorote84 Год назад

What about if I suffered a stroke at my 17 year in the military would that qualify for any percentage ??

@dENgEr47 5 месяцев назад

Mr. Craig I have one of those symptoms..if I go to the doctor does it have to be a VA doctor ?

@shacklord Год назад

Thanks Bro!!

@CombatCraig Год назад

👍👍

@RobertNunes-do1yx 9 месяцев назад

I received a 50 disability from the VA for Ischemic Heart Disease. Is that a good number or should I appeal for a higher rating? Yhey based it on the Metts test. I didn't say much during the C&P since Ischemic Heart Disease can be asymptomatic.

@joevaldivia3715 Год назад

I’m getting a Veteran’s Pension at 60% cause I suffered a stroke and I’ve also got Sleep Apnea did the Sleep study and have on a Sleep Apnea machine for over 7 years, I applied and was Denied didn’t get to appeal cause Corona Virus stopped that went to the VFW’ can I still file

@allanquan9179 Год назад

I just been disapproved for sleep apnea. How should I go about pursuing sleep apnea? Much help appreciated.

@CombatCraig Год назад

I would start by reading your decision letter to find out why you were denied. You want to look for phrases like there is no link or there is no nexus. After you identify why you were denied, get the missing medical evidence and file a supplemental claim.

@sirpainpromise8747 Год назад

I like what you say and where you are going.. BUT I have severe Sleep apnea and they fight me saying it is not service connected. The gave me the sleep study along with the C-Pap once diagnosed but they still what me to prove it is service connected knowing it is impossible..

@CombatCraig Год назад

I would take a look at your nexus🤠

@bisco833 Месяц назад

Is my new 4.5 mets with symptoms enough to inrease my present 30% rating for ischemic heart disease?

@benjaminlawler2772 Год назад

During C&P they found left knee painful motion and radiculopathy in both legs. None were claimed on initial claim. Do i file HLR, supplemental, or new Fully developed claim. Do i file HLR, supplemental, or fully developed claim for these conditions?

@CombatCraig Год назад

You could file a supplemental claim, and I would have your doctor point to the C&p examiners notes and while he’s at it, have a confirm the diagnosis document your symptoms, and write the nexus🤠

@ladest27ify Год назад

I have had my current 0% rating for my migraines denied 2 times now. I will confess, I waited nearly 2 years after that initial 0% rating, but to my defense I truly didn't understand what that meant. I am now at the point where I can't maintain FT employment & despite them giving me preventive & onset Rx, they have yet to allow me to be referred out to a neurologist. Pls advise.

@CombatCraig Год назад

Figure out what medical evidence you were missing, get it, and then file supplemental claim🤠