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I've been awarded 36 months of Ch 31 benefits and have been in school for a year. I am finding 12 credits per semester too demanding with my chronic pain. Can I reduce my number of classes per semester so I can get the most out of the classes in spite of pain by pacing myself or do I need...

I already have 100% disability so uncertain if I should submit the application for the PACT Act. Suggestions?

Currently 100% disabled rating. Am scheduled for a week of WRIISC interviews to take a deep dive into my conditions. Is there any chance this could backfire and reduce my disability rating, depending on what they discover?

Want to submit application for Ch 31 education benefits for a 100% disabled medically retired vet. I know we can do it online but I want to make sure we have an inperson counselor to work with us. If we apply online, will it all be handled virtually? Soldier has impaired vocal chords so has...

Doubtful that medically retired soldier will qualify for a VA home loan based on his only income, his 100% VA disability payment. Would assume the best way to work smart would be to see if he can get preapproved for a loan before he spends any energy house hunting. Do all banks do VA loan...

Soldier just received notification that he is approved for CRSC but it did not state amount of payment. He is medically retired, receiving 100% disability from VA of approx $3400 month. He has 7 years of active duty. His DOD rate is 70%. His gross retirement pay is $1875, not paid due to VA...

Since medically retired soldier does not qualify for VA Caretaker, it is my understanding that he can receive 3 months of SCAADL payment post retirement. He does not see it on his LES but he did receive a miscellaneous payment via direct deposit. He is not sure if this is a SCAADL payment or...

Recently medically retired with 100% VA award. 15 year old son, wife. No life threatening conditions. Have applied for SGLV extension but they are requiring a doctor's statement since I don't have an Unemployable designation. If I have to pay out of pocket for the insurance, are the premiums...

I remember seeing somewhere on this site that you can check the status of your CRSC application online. Unfortunately, I can't find the original post that stated where to check. Anyone remember?

Still gathering medical records and want to be selective so only medical reports that support a combat related injury are sent. Just want to make sure I don't miss the window in which I can submit this claim. How long do you have to submit a CRSC claim following medical separtation from Army?

Recently medically retired with 70% DOD and 100 % VA disability. I have VA ratings documentation, DD214, Orders but am unclear of what else i need to send in. Aside from CIB, letters from peers documenting combat incident resulting in injury, some medical reports and recommendations for pending...

Started paperwork while still active in WTB. Now that I am retired with 100% disability compensation. What are the steps necessary to complete application? I have filled out DD2860 for each condition and have my VA letter indicating service related disabilities. What else do I need?

For someone who only needs occasional prescriptions, is Express Scripts still the best option financially for pharmacy provider? This would be on the Tricare Prime for medically retired. If not, what other pharmacy is a good choice?

Child will qualify for Tricare Prime with medically retired father's insurance. However, there will be copays. He could go on step father's active duty Tricare Prime which has no copays. Can he change to stepfather's policy immediately or would he have to wait for open enrollment window? Is...

Medically retiring soon 70% DOD, 100 VA%. I understand I qualify for free extended SGLI for 2 years. Is this automatic or do I have to apply for it? If so, do I apply now or post ETS date?

Can a dependent be covered by his medically retired father's Tricare health plan and active duty step father's tricare dental? His step father's dental options are better than FEDVIP options availble to retired father. He is currently on his father's plans, pending retirement.

Medically retiring and confused about sequence of steps. Does the soldier go into RAPID site to get identification cards for self and family before or after actual retirement date? Am concerned about being able to access MTF for medical treatment post retirement. Want to make sure have proper id.

Beyond annual checkup and cleaning, rarely need the dentist. I will have dental from VA but not for family. Is it worth it to pay for insurance for FEDVIP dental coverage? If so, which program would you recommend?

I know you have 90 days after retirement date to sign up for Tricare. My question is when does active duty tricare coverage end? Are my appointments only covered up to the last day of active duty ie ETS date? I have important appointments to make and want to be sure they are paid for. Thanks

Medically retiring soon and told to apply for Tricare. If I have permanent VA Healthcare, what is advantage of applying for Tricare? Also, if have both, who do I go to for a referral for IVIG treatments. Currently, while on active duty, Tricare has been paying for them when referred by my...