Tag Archives: HCV

Liver Transplant/HCV

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

ericdale Registered: 06/05/11 Posts: 2 06/12/11 #1 Never done this before but here goes. I was Army 72-75,   Ft Knox basic, Korea, finished in Ft Riley. We were given shots by syringe in basic, and the jet gun at Travis … Continue reading →

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Pension vs. Service Connection

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

6/30/11 I’m at the decision phase for a non service pension for my hep c and or liver issues, im not sure how it was filed by the vso , until i see the decision i wont know exactly. I … Continue reading →

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Miss date for Appeal

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

6/20/2011  Need your help, miss appeal date in May 2011.  I now have a nexus letter in hand from doctor Dr Cecil Bennett, (praise God). What do I do now? File a new claim, or how to get nexus letter … Continue reading →

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HCV from VA hospital laziness

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

This is my first post so be gentle! Back in 1997, I had a colonoscopy day before Thanksgiving where they removed their usual 5 pollups. Went back to Friday and immediately started bleeding. I went straight to VA hospital where … Continue reading →

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How do you get a nexus?

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

  Hi, I have been battling with the VA since 2004 on getting my ratings where they should be and getting a rating for my HepC, but it has been a long road. first things first. I guess I am … Continue reading →

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WELCOME TO THE BVA

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

WELCOME TO THE BVA Congratulations. You have now lost at the AOJ level (your local RO) and have filed your Form 9. VA will dutifully shuffle your C-file, file their Form 8 and attach it, and stick this thing somewhere … Continue reading →

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WELCOME TO THE COURT OF VETERANS APPEALS

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

12/06/08 #1 Date: 09/08/08Welcome to the CAVC and old age If your NOA finally arrives at the CAVC within the allotted 120 days, you will be greeted by many, many people—lawyers. You will need at least one, preferably 5 or … Continue reading →

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TATTOOS, ACUPUNCTURE,JETGUNS & SKIN PIERCINGS

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

12/06/08 #1 Date: 09/08/08Tattoos, acupuncture, jet guns, skin piercings (uggh), Alien Abduction, STDs.  The only money in this category is really going to be tats and STDs. You can claim the rest as risk factors and they will be considered … Continue reading →

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SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

12/06/08 #1 Special CircumstancesFrom: Posted by NOD Category: What to do when filing a claim Date: 09/08/08 Special circumstances Okay. Let’s say that somewhere along the line you stepped on your necktie. I won’t tell you its not an issue-it … Continue reading →

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SUMMARY SO FAR

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

Summary so far From: Posted by NOD Category: What to do when filing a claim Date: 09/08/08 Comments So, to summarize, you want the gold standard. Most likely is going to put the chicken in the pot. More Likely Than … Continue reading →

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