Doesn't the ACBMR have a requirement that All Administrative avenues be exhausted before applying... Could that apply to the PDBR?
I apply to the PDBR and if that gets denied I can apply to ABCMR requesting an exception based on this rule...
Wanting to know in case it happens to me. the closer...
Mine sounds similiar. I recieved 2 Permanent profiles, one of which had a PULHES of P3 and U3, the second one only had P3 with none of the others. I had documentation going back over 10 years of problems with my upper back area - shoulders. The other thing they did on my MEB that is in my...
I submitted my appeal to the PDBR and recieved a docket number in Jan of 2022. You make me worry that mine went to fast!!! It took me several years working on my files and researching VASRD for the time I was med discharged, which was 2004.
I recieved an email stating that the PDBR had adjudicated in my case and it was now being forwarded to the DOA. It stated I should know something in 180 days or less. I am very excited and nervous. I believe my case is strong so I will be very disappointed if it is not granted.
Well the VA has failed me and I have been unable to get ahold of my Cfile. I was going to go through the firm for vets but since the VA won’t send it I have written up my own PDBR paper outlining my request. I just hope I have outlined the case as best I can!
just sick of the BS and VA has been...
Good Luck amyscotti. The board is going through them really quickly right now from what I understand and there is no backlog.
How long did it take VA to get your C-File to them??
I have requested assistance with my PDBR from NVLSP last year. During the process we requested a C-File from the VA (July 2020). In March 2021 I requested a status update. Still no response from the original or the second request, I called again a day ago (May 2021), just for them to say it...
I started my PDBR process
Aug 2004 Med board rated 10% for DJD
April 4 2004 Profile for Chronic neck & Upper Extremity Pain (code C, G) signed by CPT and LTC same day issued.
July 15 2004 Profile for DJD C-5 C-6, submitted to the MEB, not signed by LTC until board convened. (not sure if this...
looks like there is a mistake in my records.. I believe this is in my favor...
Decision letter from VA dtd 18 Nov 2004
Your service medical records note you to be suffering from a cervical spine degenerative arthritic condition, with a C5-6 disc bulge. Finding is that this condition was...