Tag Archives: Veterans Benefits

Sit, stay, rappel: Dogs fast rope with their handlers

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Laura

A few unique images for military working dog lovers to enjoy.   Who: 3rd Law Enforcement Battalion, III Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group, III;  What: Tomorrow’s veterans training; Where: MEFCAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, Japan. When: October 14, 2014. Photos: Lance Cpl. … Continue reading →

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THE MILITARY BAGPIPER–SEMPER FI

Posted on November 25, 2014 by asknod

This was sent to me by Brown Water Jim of the Mekong Squids. At this time of year, we give thanks for many things we hold dear and held dear in the past. One is a great respect for traditions. … Continue reading →

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Bachelor Nation: Was Vietnam really the perfect place to fall in love?

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Laura

I’ve tuned into two popular “reality” TV shows on ABC for the last several years: The Bachelor and The Bachelorette.   Both star attractive Millennials acting in a highly-scripted and staged winning formula: Contestants are eliminated during Rose Ceremonies by the person … Continue reading →

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A REAL VETERANS DAY MEMORIAL

Posted on November 22, 2014 by asknod

Seems like those folks down in the Southwestern US have a real grip on what Veterans are all about and what they have contributed to keeping us the supreme power in the world. There’s certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. … Continue reading →

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VAOIG’s TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL REPORT OUT

Posted on November 20, 2014 by asknod

As usual about this time every year, the VA’s Office of Inspector Gadget has to engage in puffed shirtery and extol their virtues to any who will pause to listen. Old growth trees are sacrificed on the altar of expediency … Continue reading →

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THANKSGIVING FACEPLACE

Posted on November 19, 2014 by asknod

It’s that most beautiful time of the year. I’m on Day 150 of 168. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and summer is behind us. The greenhouse is popping with the winter lettuce and Pak Choy. No typo there. All … Continue reading →

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Arizona Veteran receiving non-VA emergency care screwed by private hospital and the VA

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Laura

When a veteran is enrolled in VA, and Medicare (original or Medicare Advantage), and then is rushed to a non-VA hospital in an emergency (as advised by the VA), what is supposed to happen? Is he responsible for the portion … Continue reading →

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Poor VHA business practices hurt all veterans

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Laura

In 2012, OIG determined that the VHA had mismanaged its Medical Care Collections Fund (MCCF) program.  They write:  VHA is authorized to bill third-party health insurance for covered health care provided to veterans at VA and non-VA medical facilities. The MCCF program … Continue reading →

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PRESUMPTION JUNCTION, WHAT’S YOUR FUNCTION?

Posted on November 13, 2014 by asknod

Shades of Sesame Street. Now you’re going to have that antique ditty running through your brain for a week. Presumptions. This seems to be the new lightning rod of Veterans Law. VA has always held a royal flush in this game … Continue reading →

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Another strategy for getting veteran-related questions answered clearly

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Laura

I’ve often been impressed with the clarity of reports written by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) at the Library of Congress (LOC).  I had a few questions about Health Care for Veterans: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions  (2/24/14) and sent an … Continue reading →

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