I went to see my VA rep a couple weeks ago...She said she went through my file and names all the chronic conditions i could claim...I told her that I had other condition not listed in my medical records more than once that I has appointment or have mentioned to my Physician in the TMC and could I add those to the list also, she said I could not that the form she was filling out was only for CHRONIC conditions that could be proved with medical records and since the others werent considered chronc we couldnt add them and that I would be able to claim them once I got out if I had proficient medical evidence, I then signed thte form stating I could not add any more conditions on there unless it was sleep apnea. I then went to a legal brief a couple days later and the legal CPT stated that we are to name EVERYTHING we think is wrong with us on that form no matter what the rep tell you and he also added not to let them tell you that you can claim it once you get out. Is the VA Rep not telling my the truth or does it depend on the severity of the condition...WILL I STILL BE ABLE TO CLAIM THESE OTHER CONDITIONS ONCE I GET OUT OF THE ARMY EVEN THOUGH I DIDNT NAME THEM ON THE FORM THE VA NOW HAS IN THEIR POSSESSION? #Worried.
VA rep wouldnt let me list ALL things wrong???
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you can claim them later, but the catch is you'll need substantiated medical evidence in order for the VA to compensate you. I'm surprised to hear you couldn't list everything with the MSC.
I didnt think anything of it until i went to the legal brief and found out I had every right to do so but I think ill just file the other conditions whenever I get my ratings back before I get out the Army since they have a program here on Fort. Bliss that allows u to file before you get out to avoid the hassle of claiming after u ets and not receive ur money up a yr and a half later.
Yea you should've claimed EVERYTHING you feel should be claimed..even if u went to sick call for something little.. Claim it..but if u have to wait to add once you get out.. It can take years to get added with all the va backlog..that why the IDES is such a blessing for active duty military
Please make sure that you're getting the right answers to your questions! You should go as soon as possible to see your Soldiers' MEB Counsel. If you don't know where they are located please call either your PEBLO and ask them for the location and phone number or call (915) 742-3374 or 3784. Each of your questions and or concerns are important. This process will effect the rest of your life. Get it right the first time. There is rarely a second chance!!! Call today and set up an appointment to see YOUR attorney about YOUR MEB. This right is free and you're entitled to it.
Emerald your VA MSC must be new, trained incorrectly, or their rules recently changed (which shouldn't have happened). If I were you, I'd go talk to another MSC to find out why they said that statement... Maybe it's a new rule or something? If you'd be willing to do so please let us know!