Monthly Archives: June 2013

BVA–GOING FOR THE EARLIER EFFECTIVE DATE

Posted on June 30, 2013 by asknod

WHAT? ME RATE HIM? He’s not dead yet. Here’s a smart Vet. Get a good law dog and go to appeal. He did just that. He hired Daniel Krasnegor. Danny boy is a past master at HCV claims. You’ll see his name … Continue reading →

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BVA– PTSD=HCV–COMBAT MADE ME DO IT

Posted on June 30, 2013 by asknod

From the VARO with the fringe on top (Muskogee, Oklahoma) comes this sweetie. We have seen a few of these cross the table over the years and some bear fruit. This one did. The Vet was ably represented by the … Continue reading →

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DBQs AND CLAIMS FILING

Posted on June 29, 2013 by asknod

Lawyer Bob and his stalwart crew up in large mosquito land have sent me some interesting news. As often as I inveigh against using the DBQs (disability benefits questionnaires), I have now been told there is a silver lining to … Continue reading →

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HCV testing upgraded to a “B” service just in time for Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Laura

A lot of positive changes will be coming to millions of under-insured and uninsured Americans in 2014.  One change is that the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force has upgraded (6/25/13) 1-time HCV testing for baby boomers from a “C” … Continue reading →

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#40 WEIGHS IN

Posted on June 27, 2013 by asknod

From the Wilmington, Delaware VARO:  Jules just emailed me last night to let us know he has met the beast and won. I have no qualms sharing the limelight with Hadit.com. I’m actually the FNG on the block. T-bird set … Continue reading →

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VA PTSD CLAIMS–MUST HAVE ARTICLE

Posted on June 27, 2013 by asknod

For all of you Vets submitting claims for bent brains syndrome, you would be advised to investigate the condition of your heart. If you have IHD or other heart-related issues, chances are, according to your friendly VA, it’s more likely … Continue reading →

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JIMBO JOKETIME

Posted on June 27, 2013 by asknod

Brownwater Jim is at it again. Two 90-year-old Vets from WW2, Phil and Joe, had been friends all of their lives. When it was clear that Phil was dying, Joe visited him every day. One day Joe said, “Phil, we … Continue reading →

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VFW in MN tries to make amends to Vietnam vets

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Laura

I came across this 2013 Memorial Day article and video about “A Ride for Healing.”  I’m taken aback.  The Veterans of Foreign Wars did not offer membership to returning Vietnam veterans because the war was undeclared.  “You know what? We’ve … Continue reading →

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CRYOGLOBULINEMIA SECONDARY TO HCV

Posted on June 24, 2013 by asknod

Here’s a great article to include with any VA filing of cryoglobulinemia, secondary to HCV. It affects many when they go out in temperatures below 40 degrees F. The cryoglobulins precipitate into a semi-solid state and cause blockages in the … Continue reading →

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HCV OBFUSCATION AT THE VA

Posted on June 24, 2013 by asknod

Member Dennis “pop smoke” of Hugfest fame sends us this one. Dr. Cecil has a lovely assessment on it as well. Great read.

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