I don't think people have a clue how bad Tinnitus can be. I was an artillery guy my whole time in the army. my ears suffered almost from the first firing of the weapon. We wore absolutely no protection. We were told to keep our mouths wide open so as not to pop our eardrums from the concussion when firing. I currently get 10% for it. My tinnitus drives me crazy to the point sometimes I wish I were dead especially at night when I TRY to go to sleep. Please keep up the good work.
I'm so sorry to hear that, Ronald. If you are struggling, I just wanted to let you know about some resources available to you. You can always call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and then press 1, or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net/ for assistance. If there is anything we can do to help you with your VA disability claim, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our phone number is 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare
You, sir are absolutely correct. As a disabled navy veteran myself, I can attest to the facts you've stated. I'm service connected for tinnitus, and have been diagnosed with hearing loss and provided hearing aids as of last year. I also service connected knees, and was diagnosed with sleep apnea. The VA denied my sleep apnea claim despite the diagnosed and cpap machine. I'm currently filing a PTSD, insomnia and migraine headaches. As a native of Indiana myself I pronounce tinnitus the way as yourself lol. And thanks for the great presentation.
What about the 3” 50cal dual gun mounts on a ship? I also worked on the flight deck for Combat Cargo. I operated printing presses in the print shop for a few years. I’m rated at the max 10% for tinnitus, but I’m interested in secondary claims for insomnia, depression, irritability, among others.
For the VA to consider disability benefits for a secondary service connection, you must file a claim and be service connected for a primary disability. You can’t be granted the secondary condition until you’re granted the primary one. It's also important to remember that every veteran's case is different. We would be happy to discuss your case with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our online contact form for a free case evaluation: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
@@woodslawyers Okay, so he already said he was diagnosed with tinnitus at the max and the only rating of 10% so he now can now file for his secondary conditions (insomnia, depression) but he must also have a diagnosis for the secondary conditions is that correct ?
3:49 I'm already at 10% for my hearing now I have extreme hearing loss and unbalanced call Dr documented and now my hearing went from moderate hearing loss to extreme hearing loss I had to retire early my son and wife are telling me I couldn't hear properly any more and my balance on ladders I just couldn't do it anymore I had to retire early at 63 ? Not to mention all the asbestos problems I have 8:06
I just had a hearing test at the VA hospital and am picking up my hearing aids on the 6 of April, they ask if I knew when my tinnitus started and I told them may of 1981 on board the USS Nimitz CVN 68 when two bombs went off on the flight deck and I was right under neath the explosion on the deck below. I haven't seen the results of my test yet, I haven't filled a claim yet but plan on doing so after see the results of the test. I think I would have a valid claim. There's even a video of it on TH-cam but I can't watch it, afraid it might trigger some old memories of what happened on that day.
I'm so sorry you had to experience that. If you would like to talk about your claim more to see if we can help, feel free to call us at 800-544-2108, or you can contact us through this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
I recently was approved for service-connected tinnitus and hearing loss. 10%. I also suffer from vertigo (had to stop riding my motorcycle) and the doctors couldn't do anything for it. I also have severe sleep apnea and insomnia. Not sure where to go from here.
I'm so sorry to hear that. If you would like to discuss your claim further with us to see if we can help, feel free to call us at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our free online consultation form: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare
This was just sent to me. Did anyone ever get this ?? We don’t know yet when we’ll be able to make a decision on your claim To decide your claim, we need to complete your in-person claim exam. But we don’t know yet when we’ll be able to schedule your exam. We stopped scheduling in-person claim exams because of COVID-19. Now we’re starting to schedule these exams again in many locations. Find out where we offer in-person exams now.
usaf air police late 60s-70s 38 revolver min 3x a year training m16 3x year, flight line duty, the law enforcement car siren, loud speaker inside radio calls, no ear protection my hearing tinnitus problem started in tech school after first 3 rounds from 38... have 10%.. my tinnitus has gone from crickets to constant hissing around whole head like steam coming out of radiator..nerve wracking in older age.
Glad to hear you're making progress. If your conditions ever prevent you from working, you could be eligible for individual unemployability benefits from the VA. Here's some additional information about that: bit.ly/3qAnrmZ
Please, do not forget us former Morse Code and High Frequency Radio Operators. Trying to listen to dots and dashes or people talking through interference and jamming.
So I'm at 20% service connected and if I win my tinnitus claim I'm pretty sure that I'll still be at 20% because of VA math.20+10 doesn't equal 30 with the VA rating scale. So what do I expect to get out of this. I'm pretty sure nothing is going to change or should it ?????
In VA math, 20% + 10% = 28%, which rounds up to 30%. For 2022, that's a difference in monthly compensation of about $165. You can learn more about the potential impact of additional disability ratings using our combined ratings calculator here: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-benefits-rating-calculator-for-veterans/
I am 10% for tinnitus. Diagnosis of menieres and vertigo which i suffer from daily. But va ent say that menieres is caused by tinnitus and the 2 are not connected. Does that mean i cant file it secondary to tinnitus?
Great question! Tinnitus is helpful in diagnosing Meniere’s disease, but it is not a factor in the rating. Meniere's disease can aggravate tinnitus. However, every case is different. We would be happy to discuss your case with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&TinnitusZack&CommentShare
I am a Navy Vet. Served shore duty but my squadron deployed off the USS Theodore Roosevelt. When I wasn't in my rack or the shop, I was on the flight deck. My bird was the EA-6B Prowler; just about the loudest bird on the boat. While I was in, we always used our cranials (with the built in Mickey Mouse Ears); we were never given or had access to a second layer of hearing protection like spongies. Want to talk about loudness and hearing loss? Have a documented 35% hearing loss in both ears and the Navy won't acknowledge it. Tinnitus/10% was the only rating they would give me.
If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&TinnitusZack&CommentShare
If you have a diagnosis but are not yet receiving VA disability compensation for tinnitus, the VA may request a C&P exam to evaluation your condition for rating purposes. Here's some more information on C&P exams: bit.ly/3IcFXb6
how does anosognosia effect my disability rating. anosognosia means you dont believe you have the illness. alcohol and drug users have it, schizophrenics have it. its a common symptom in some serious mental disorders.
Every veteran's case is different, so it really depends on a case-by-case basis. We would need to know the specifics of your claim to fully answer this question. We would be happy to discuss it with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare
Can I ask you a question? Along with my Service-connected Tinnitus I was also diagnosed with Severe migraines and Hyperacusis as directly related to my Tinnitus . I will be filing secondary claims for each as I have Nexus letters for both as well. Any advise for me ? Also on the VA form where it asks how to decriibe that your Migraines are connected to my Tinnitus. What should I write? Thank you ,.
Thanks for your question, Johnny. It's hard to answer your question without knowing the specifics of your claim. You can call us at 800-544-2108 or fill out our free consultation form here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare if you would like to discuss this further. For advice on secondary claims, here is some information that could be helpful: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-list-secondary-conditions/
Good question! You must file a claim for the secondary claim. After that, the VA will usually request a C&P exam. You can also use a Disability Benefits Questionnaire to help your claim. A DBQ allows you to address symptoms, severity, possible causes, and how the condition may be related to other disabilities. If you have more questions, you can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
I just filed for Tinnitus I was a Navy Seabee and suffered from Tinnitus for years. My problem is I have medical evidence from a private doctor but I don't have any evidence to support from when it happened, which was in 1990. I went to my Senior Chief back then and he told me not to report it because they would hold it against me blah blah blah. So I dealt with it for years until I learned from Woods that I can try to claim it. So I haven't even gone for VA Medical exam yet. The VA contacted me and said everything looks good and they will contact me regarding my exam when it's scheduled. Any thoughts ??
Hi Johnny, thank you for your service. We have this article explaining why a C&P exam is important to your claim: www.woodslawyers.com/how-to-handle-your-veterans-c-p-exam/ In the meantime, you can give us a call at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consult at this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/ to see if we can help answer your questions!
I was exposed in 1990 during range training then my mos which is the Navy Seabees (construction Battalions) made it impossible to recover . Initially when I told my superiors they scoffed at me saying it would cause me to be removed from my A school so I kept quiet about it.
Hello. I love listening to you. Thank you for your service. I have a question. So I have 10% for Tinnitus and after that I filed a new claim for Hearing loss and 2 secondary claims (Migraines & Hyperacusis) at my in person C& P exam for Hearing loss the Doc told me he was ruling I’m my favor for Hearing loss and Hyperacusis. I also had a plethora of paperwork to back it up, Nexus letters and whatnot. A few weeks later I was scheduled for a C& P exam over the telephone for Migraines. When the doc called me she barely asked me any questions and must’ve said 10 times that she needed to finish reading the documents and paperwork I submitted. The whole thing lasted 5 min and at the end she said again that she needs to go thru my paperwork. Is this normal? I will be submitting another secondary claim for Depression and Anxiety very soon. Should I wait until these claims are finished before submitting more ? Thank u for your time.
We always advise veterans to listen to their doctor and take their advice. If you need help finding a neurologist, we have a network of medical professionals we trust to get the evidence our clients need. We work with doctors who review medical records and write reports and work with psychologists and vocational experts who understand VA compensation.
@@woodslawyers well thanks for your kind words and EMPTHY as it shows that you all are good and decent humenbeings,I am retired from military service,I am a combat veteran 100% combat related/service connected total and permanent,I am compensated for my injuries,but all of the compensation in the world can never bring back the joy of hearing the birds sing and the breeze russel the autumn leaves in the tree tops,the tinnitus is worse then the hearing loss because of the constant non stop ringing which is a challenge to your sanity at times.GREAT VIDEOS BTW !
I was caught in an extremely loud aircraft engine explosion when I was stationed on active duty at Sewart AFB near Nashville in 1966. My appointment with our Flight surgeon warned me about problems with tinnitus in following years which VA in Dallas and Waco have refused to help me. Texas Senator has also refused twice to help me during the past 15+ years. Apparently my military health records where my injury was recorded was destroyed in a noted fire in the 1970 era. I have now spent $15,000 on hearing aids which are finally helping me through this Air Force injury our illustrious government will not recognize or help...
I don't think people have a clue how bad Tinnitus can be. I was an artillery guy my whole time in the army. my ears suffered almost from the first firing of the weapon. We wore absolutely no protection. We were told to keep our mouths wide open so as not to pop our eardrums from the concussion when firing. I currently get 10% for it. My tinnitus drives me crazy to the point sometimes I wish I were dead especially at night when I TRY to go to sleep. Please keep up the good work.
I'm so sorry to hear that, Ronald. If you are struggling, I just wanted to let you know about some resources available to you. You can always call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and then press 1, or visit www.veteranscrisisline.net/ for assistance. If there is anything we can do to help you with your VA disability claim, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our phone number is 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare
You, sir are absolutely correct. As a disabled navy veteran myself, I can attest to the facts you've stated. I'm service connected for tinnitus, and have been diagnosed with hearing loss and provided hearing aids as of last year. I also service connected knees, and was diagnosed with sleep apnea. The VA denied my sleep apnea claim despite the diagnosed and cpap machine. I'm currently filing a PTSD, insomnia and migraine headaches. As a native of Indiana myself I pronounce tinnitus the way as yourself lol. And thanks for the great presentation.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Best of luck on your claims!
How did it go with your insomnia claim and i havent heard back on my tinnitus
What about the 3” 50cal dual gun mounts on a ship? I also worked on the flight deck for Combat Cargo. I operated printing presses in the print shop for a few years. I’m rated at the max 10% for tinnitus, but I’m interested in secondary claims for insomnia, depression, irritability, among others.
For the VA to consider disability benefits for a secondary service connection, you must file a claim and be service connected for a primary disability. You can’t be granted the secondary condition until you’re granted the primary one. It's also important to remember that every veteran's case is different. We would be happy to discuss your case with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our online contact form for a free case evaluation: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
@@woodslawyers Okay, so he already said he was diagnosed with tinnitus at the max and the only rating of 10% so he now can now file for his secondary conditions (insomnia, depression) but he must also have a diagnosis for the secondary conditions is that correct ?
do you have a diagnosis for the secondary conditions? Since I'm replying to a year old comment did you ever proceed with your case?
Field artillery! 8 inch howitzer makes military grade tinnitus!
I was boiler operator 1978 to 1981 . The noise was
extremely loud but the asbestos was unbelievable we worked on it all . Screaming was not uncommon
3:49 I'm already at 10% for my hearing now I have extreme hearing loss and unbalanced call Dr documented and now my hearing went from moderate hearing loss to extreme hearing loss I had to retire early my son and wife are telling me I couldn't hear properly any more and my balance on ladders I just couldn't do it anymore I had to retire early at 63 ? Not to mention all the asbestos problems I have 8:06
i was just approved for tinnitus served combat engineers army
I just had a hearing test at the VA hospital and am picking up my hearing aids on the 6 of April, they ask if I knew when my tinnitus started and I told them may of 1981 on board the USS Nimitz CVN 68 when two bombs went off on the flight deck and I was right under neath the explosion on the deck below. I haven't seen the results of my test yet, I haven't filled a claim yet but plan on doing so after see the results of the test.
I think I would have a valid claim. There's even a video of it on TH-cam but I can't watch it, afraid it might trigger some old memories of what happened on that day.
I'm so sorry you had to experience that. If you would like to talk about your claim more to see if we can help, feel free to call us at 800-544-2108, or you can contact us through this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
I recently was approved for service-connected tinnitus and hearing loss. 10%. I also suffer from vertigo (had to stop riding my motorcycle) and the doctors couldn't do anything for it. I also have severe sleep apnea and insomnia. Not sure where to go from here.
I'm so sorry to hear that. If you would like to discuss your claim further with us to see if we can help, feel free to call us at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our free online consultation form: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare
This was just sent to me. Did anyone ever get this ?? We don’t know yet when we’ll be able to make a decision on your claim
To decide your claim, we need to complete your in-person claim exam. But we don’t know yet when we’ll be able to schedule your exam. We stopped scheduling in-person claim exams because of COVID-19. Now we’re starting to schedule these exams again in many locations. Find out where we offer in-person exams now.
usaf air police late 60s-70s 38 revolver min 3x a year training m16 3x year, flight line duty, the law enforcement car siren, loud speaker inside radio calls, no ear protection my hearing tinnitus problem started in tech school after first 3 rounds from 38... have 10%.. my tinnitus has gone from crickets to constant hissing around whole head like steam coming out of radiator..nerve wracking in older age.
I'm so sorry. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know.
I’m service connected for tinnitus, complain all the time to the VA social worker for my PTSD
Have you applied for VA disability benefits for PTSD?
@@woodslawyers Yes, 50%. Migraine 50%. Working on my Dizziness, blurred vision, concentrating. TBI possibly.
Glad to hear you're making progress. If your conditions ever prevent you from working, you could be eligible for individual unemployability benefits from the VA. Here's some additional information about that: bit.ly/3qAnrmZ
Does it have to be service connected? Well, according to the VA, it was annotated as non-service connected.
Please, do not forget us former Morse Code and High Frequency Radio Operators. Trying to listen to dots and dashes or people talking through interference and jamming.
If you were a MOS 72B40 you have tinnitus.
So I'm at 20% service connected and if I win my tinnitus claim I'm pretty sure that I'll still be at 20% because of VA math.20+10 doesn't equal 30 with the VA rating scale. So what do I expect to get out of this. I'm pretty sure nothing is going to change or should it ?????
In VA math, 20% + 10% = 28%, which rounds up to 30%. For 2022, that's a difference in monthly compensation of about $165. You can learn more about the potential impact of additional disability ratings using our combined ratings calculator here: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-benefits-rating-calculator-for-veterans/
I am 10% for tinnitus. Diagnosis of menieres and vertigo which i suffer from daily. But va ent say that menieres is caused by tinnitus and the 2 are not connected. Does that mean i cant file it secondary to tinnitus?
Great question! Tinnitus is helpful in diagnosing Meniere’s disease, but it is not a factor in the rating. Meniere's disease can aggravate tinnitus. However, every case is different. We would be happy to discuss your case with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&TinnitusZack&CommentShare
I am a Navy Vet. Served shore duty but my squadron deployed off the USS Theodore Roosevelt. When I wasn't in my rack or the shop, I was on the flight deck. My bird was the EA-6B Prowler; just about the loudest bird on the boat. While I was in, we always used our cranials (with the built in Mickey Mouse Ears); we were never given or had access to a second layer of hearing protection like spongies. Want to talk about loudness and hearing loss? Have a documented 35% hearing loss in both ears and the Navy won't acknowledge it. Tinnitus/10% was the only rating they would give me.
If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&TinnitusZack&CommentShare
If been diagnosed already with Tinnitus then why a hearing c and p exam
If you have a diagnosis but are not yet receiving VA disability compensation for tinnitus, the VA may request a C&P exam to evaluation your condition for rating purposes. Here's some more information on C&P exams: bit.ly/3IcFXb6
how does anosognosia effect my disability rating. anosognosia means you dont believe you have the illness. alcohol and drug users have it, schizophrenics have it. its a common symptom in some serious mental disorders.
Every veteran's case is different, so it really depends on a case-by-case basis. We would need to know the specifics of your claim to fully answer this question. We would be happy to discuss it with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare
Can I ask you a question? Along with my Service-connected Tinnitus I was also diagnosed with Severe migraines and Hyperacusis as directly related to my Tinnitus . I will be filing secondary claims for each as I have Nexus letters for both as well. Any advise for me ? Also on the VA form where it asks how to decriibe that your Migraines are connected to my Tinnitus. What should I write? Thank you ,.
Thanks for your question, Johnny. It's hard to answer your question without knowing the specifics of your claim. You can call us at 800-544-2108 or fill out our free consultation form here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare if you would like to discuss this further. For advice on secondary claims, here is some information that could be helpful: www.woodslawyers.com/va-disability-list-secondary-conditions/
How do I file a secondary VA claim to Tinnitus? Im service connected with tinnitus and I have 10%. I am planning on adding Migraines and Anxiety.
You should be able to call the benefits office at your VA. They should be able to direct you. That’s who helped me with my intent to file.
Good question! You must file a claim for the secondary claim. After that, the VA will usually request a C&P exam. You can also use a Disability Benefits Questionnaire to help your claim. A DBQ allows you to address symptoms, severity, possible causes, and how the condition may be related to other disabilities. If you have more questions, you can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/
I just filed for Tinnitus I was a Navy Seabee and suffered from Tinnitus for years. My problem is I have medical evidence from a private doctor but I don't have any evidence to support from when it happened, which was in 1990. I went to my Senior Chief back then and he told me not to report it because they would hold it against me blah blah blah. So I dealt with it for years until I learned from Woods that I can try to claim it. So I haven't even gone for VA Medical exam yet. The VA contacted me and said everything looks good and they will contact me regarding my exam when it's scheduled. Any thoughts ??
Hi Johnny, thank you for your service. We have this article explaining why a C&P exam is important to your claim: www.woodslawyers.com/how-to-handle-your-veterans-c-p-exam/
In the meantime, you can give us a call at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consult at this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/ to see if we can help answer your questions!
I was exposed in 1990 during range training then my mos which is the Navy Seabees (construction Battalions) made it impossible to recover . Initially when I told my superiors they scoffed at me saying it would cause me to be removed from my A school so I kept quiet about it.
Im pretty sure I'm shit out of luck /
That's so frustrating. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help!
Is that something you do ?
Very nice, than you
Hello. I love listening to you. Thank you for your service. I have a question. So I have 10% for Tinnitus and after that I filed a new claim for Hearing loss and 2 secondary claims (Migraines & Hyperacusis) at my in person C& P exam for Hearing loss the Doc told me he was ruling I’m my favor for Hearing loss and Hyperacusis. I also had a plethora of paperwork to back it up, Nexus letters and whatnot. A few weeks later I was scheduled for a C& P exam over the telephone for Migraines. When the doc called me she barely asked me any questions and must’ve said 10 times that she needed to finish reading the documents and paperwork I submitted. The whole thing lasted 5 min and at the end she said again that she needs to go thru my paperwork. Is this normal? I will be submitting another secondary claim for Depression and Anxiety very soon. Should I wait until these claims are finished before submitting more ? Thank u for your time.
We always advise veterans to listen to their doctor and take their advice. If you need help finding a neurologist, we have a network of medical professionals we trust to get the evidence our clients need. We work with doctors who review medical records and write reports and work with psychologists and vocational experts who understand VA compensation.
I have had to learn to live with it,and it is miserable !
For many veterans, we notice there is a connection between tinnitus and mental health. So sorry you're dealing with this!
@@woodslawyers well thanks for your kind words and EMPTHY as it shows that you all are good and decent humenbeings,I am retired from military service,I am a combat veteran 100% combat related/service connected total and permanent,I am compensated for my injuries,but all of the compensation in the world can never bring back the joy of hearing the birds sing and the breeze russel the autumn leaves in the tree tops,the tinnitus is worse then the hearing loss because of the constant non stop ringing which is a challenge to your sanity at times.GREAT VIDEOS BTW !
I was caught in an extremely loud aircraft engine explosion when I was stationed on active duty at Sewart AFB near Nashville in 1966. My appointment with our Flight surgeon warned me about problems with tinnitus in following years which VA in Dallas and Waco have refused to help me. Texas Senator has also refused twice to help me during the past 15+ years. Apparently my military health records where my injury was recorded was destroyed in a noted fire in the 1970 era. I have now spent $15,000 on hearing aids which are finally helping me through this Air Force injury our illustrious government will not recognize or help...
I'm sorry about your experience, John. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know!
@@woodslawyers I’m
needle gun
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birds inbound..!!!!!!
Incoming mortars.