Two days ago I found out my DOD and VA ratings for the following:
DOD ratings:
Scoliosis( Pre existing, but service connected)= 0%
Migraines=0%
Dry spots on eyes=0%
"Service member to be honorably discharged from Active Duty with OUT compensation"
However......
VA=60%.
My questions are this:
1) I understand my scoliosis was EPTS, BUT, I do not understand why the board did NOT even look at anyything else that was caused by service. I have been advised by the PEBLO to request a formal hearing in DC, and to get an addendum for my Migraines etc... Thoughts??
2) Even if I get 0% from the Navy, does that mean I am entitled to compensation? full GI bill? What rating do I currently have from the navy based off the " " above?
3) Can me filing a formal appeal for the DoD rating, change my VA one? If so, how/ where.
4) since I am highly leaning towards the formal appeal. Can anyone provide current insight/guidance for the procedures for the formal board??
5) Can anyone else provide their input for what they experienced for a similar situation?
Thank you to all!!
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DOD ratings:
Scoliosis( Pre existing, but service connected)= 0%
Migraines=0%
Dry spots on eyes=0%
"Service member to be honorably discharged from Active Duty with OUT compensation"
However......
VA=60%.
My questions are this:
1) I understand my scoliosis was EPTS, BUT, I do not understand why the board did NOT even look at anyything else that was caused by service. I have been advised by the PEBLO to request a formal hearing in DC, and to get an addendum for my Migraines etc... Thoughts??
2) Even if I get 0% from the Navy, does that mean I am entitled to compensation? full GI bill? What rating do I currently have from the navy based off the " " above?
3) Can me filing a formal appeal for the DoD rating, change my VA one? If so, how/ where.
4) since I am highly leaning towards the formal appeal. Can anyone provide current insight/guidance for the procedures for the formal board??
5) Can anyone else provide their input for what they experienced for a similar situation?
Thank you to all!!
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