Tag Archives: HCV

THE MUST HAVE NEXUS

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

The MUST HAVE Nexus From: Posted by NOD Category: Nexus-Nexus-Nexus Date: 09/08/08 You now go to the doctor and present him with the problem. You need help. Don’t offer to split the settlement. That is right out. Hopefully you have … Continue reading →

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THE MEAT OF THE CLAIM

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

The meat of the claim: You have a problem. What’s the repair order? Get your military and medrecs from the NPRC in St. Louis, Mo. if you have never filed for compensation with the VA. This link will get you … Continue reading →

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Introduction

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

  Introduction If you are filing a new claim there are several things you should do in no particular order. The info is designed with the idea that you will file this claim Pro Se( by yourself). The format won’t … Continue reading →

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BVA- Oops! He died.

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

This is an example, in our minds, of what the VA wishes it could do with all our claims. We know there are a few caring souls in the system and they work hard to see justice done. Unfortunately, justice … Continue reading →

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BVA–DIEING BEFORE YOUR CLAIM IS DONE

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

We are attaching a series of decisions that deal with the “What if” of passing before one’s claim is accomplished. This situation leaves the battle for DIC in the widow’s lap. The first decision here is what we call a … Continue reading →

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BVA–Wait! I’m SC 4 hep

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

Imagine you filed a claim in 84 for Hep and they granted it. Non specific, good old generic Hep. Not A or B specifically. Certainly not C. Fast forward to 2002. A new test and a new diagnosis of HCV. … Continue reading →

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BVA–The IQ of VA Examiners

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

The IQ of VA examiners (or lack thereof) is legend. A recent Congressional hearing revealed that 34% of them have college degrees. So why is it that so many decisions are won on Appeal? These gentlemen are ostensibly well educated … Continue reading →

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BVA–3.156(c) for EED

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

From that Religiously Challenged city in Texas where they burn down churches (Waco) comes this quintessential case. Vet applies for chronic Hep. B in 2002. Vet gets the bum’s rush.Vet fails to file NOD and appeal. Vet applies for Tinnitus in 2005. … Continue reading →

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BVA–3.156(c) Strikes Again

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

   I just love it when VA finds itself under assault after a CAVC ruling shines light on a little known pearl sitting amongst a bed of Oysters. Vigil v. Peake (2008) was one. It illuminated a rarely cited regulation … Continue reading →

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BVA- Hemorrhoids= HCV

Posted on September 26, 2011 by asknod

     Yes, gentle reader, you read that right. HCV from surgery to correct hemorrhoids. Only in America. A win is a win no matter how ugly. Besides, the header is a bit of an eye grabber. http://www.va.gov/vetapp11/Files1/1107393.txt

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