As someone who was awarded TDIU I have one word of advice. Get a certified vocational expert to perform an evaluation using your C-File, work history and education history. If they determine that you’re unemployable they’ll write a report for you to submit to the VA. The report is compelling evidence that the VA will find difficult to ignore or dispute. To anyone reading this Thank You for your service and good luck with you claims.
@proudasiangirl576 Enroll yourself at a VA Hospital domiciliary. It's a 30 to 90 day inpatient program for veterans that are addicts and homeless. I got tdiu my first try while I did the program. That's my advice
I quit my construction job because of knee pain. I lived off of savings for 2 months. Im awaiting full knee replacement surgery & the VA is backed up through January 2025 so I wait. Called my Senator asking for advice - SSA called me & set me up based on my wages this yr. Now getting TDIU This happened through EDD (86% of my regular wages) till they can replace my knee. Thankful I paid into social security all these yrs because otherwise I would be out of luck.
No. You can apply at any time. There are 26 DBQ'S for VA disabilities. You can also apply for TDIU and SSDI. The more evidence you have, the better your chances.
If the VA didnt address the work issues when raising a % when it was CLEAR that there was work issues(even if still employed at the time), can a TDIU claim be backdated to that claim even if it is over a year old?
I have severe, chronic panic attacks. It's well documented in my service medical records. It started after my first Afghanistan deployment. I've been to the ER (both VA and civilian hospitals) over 150 times in the last 6 years and I haven't worked since 2016. I can't even go to the grocery store without freaking out much less have a job. I currently have a total %80 rating with %70 mdd rating. Think I could get tdiu?
I am currently at 90 percent, 2 months ago I was given a pulmonary function test by my private Dr and my fev 1 score was 53, I submitted that to the VA on my copd claim, was given a c&p exam and the examiner used that same score , mental health dr also provided me a letter stating i was in her opinion unemployable,what are the chances of a positive outcome
Well if you were receiving IU that means you obviously had something that you claimed prevented you from working so I’d be curious how now you’d be able to work if you were unable to do so prior to getting the new rating?
I filed for an increase and TDIU. I had 3 C&P exams for what I claimed, now I'm waiting for the decision. I submitted my work history from social security, and a VR&E acceptance letter explaining why I cannot obtain substantial gainful employment due to my mental disability, lack of educational history and training.
Tdiu can be permanent and total if your award letter says no further examinations are scheduled in the future. If your award letter says that you are scheduled for future examinations your tdiu is temporary.
As someone who was awarded TDIU I have one word of advice. Get a certified vocational expert to perform an evaluation using your C-File, work history and education history. If they determine that you’re unemployable they’ll write a report for you to submit to the VA. The report is compelling evidence that the VA will find difficult to ignore or dispute. To anyone reading this Thank You for your service and good luck with you claims.
Where would I get a vocational expert? How would I find one?
@proudasiangirl576
Enroll yourself at a VA Hospital domiciliary. It's a 30 to 90 day inpatient program for veterans that are addicts and homeless. I got tdiu my first try while I did the program. That's my advice
@@proudasiangirl576 Internet search: "Vocational experts near me"
Try applying for TDIU first. If denied, then get a vocational expert.
Thanks this is exactly where I am today waiting on decisions.
I quit my construction job because of knee pain. I lived off of savings for 2 months. Im awaiting full knee replacement surgery & the VA is backed up through January 2025 so I wait. Called my Senator asking for advice - SSA called me & set me up based on my wages this yr. Now getting TDIU This happened through EDD (86% of my regular wages) till they can replace my knee. Thankful I paid into social security all these yrs because otherwise I would be out of luck.
Thanks still waiting
Do you have to be currently unemployed to file for IU? What if your just sucking up the pain in order to survive with the wife??
same question
id like to know as well. Current work conditions ar contentious and casues me high anxiety and take extra breaks not to hurt someone.
Wow
No. You can apply at any time. There are 26 DBQ'S for VA disabilities. You can also apply for TDIU and SSDI. The more evidence you have, the better your chances.
If the VA didnt address the work issues when raising a % when it was CLEAR that there was work issues(even if still employed at the time), can a TDIU claim be backdated to that claim even if it is over a year old?
I have severe, chronic panic attacks. It's well documented in my service medical records. It started after my first Afghanistan deployment.
I've been to the ER (both VA and civilian hospitals) over 150 times in the last 6 years and I haven't worked since 2016.
I can't even go to the grocery store without freaking out much less have a job.
I currently have a total %80 rating with %70 mdd rating.
Think I could get tdiu?
Go for it I think you can easily get it
@@aceoblivion765 welp, I went for it. We'll see how it goes.
@@amesailorhow did it go?
@@dk_012 p&t tdiu approved.
I am currently at 90 percent, 2 months ago I was given a pulmonary function test by my private Dr and my fev 1 score was 53, I submitted that to the VA on my copd claim, was given a c&p exam and the examiner used that same score , mental health dr also provided me a letter stating i was in her opinion unemployable,what are the chances of a positive outcome
IVE BEEN AT 90% for years (IU) BUT RECENTLY GOT PAPERWORK SAYING IM 100% total and permanent. Does this mean I can work?
Yes u can. Only TDIU, SMC, and AA can be impacted.
Well if you were receiving IU that means you obviously had something that you claimed prevented you from working so I’d be curious how now you’d be able to work if you were unable to do so prior to getting the new rating?
I filed for an increase and TDIU. I had 3 C&P exams for what I claimed, now I'm waiting for the decision.
I submitted my work history from social security, and a VR&E acceptance letter explaining why I cannot obtain substantial gainful employment due to my mental disability, lack of educational history and training.
were u currently working and did u get approved?
thank you your very good on information
Sorry you need a microphone or something. There's way too much echo or high pitch from the room.
Thank you
God Bless
I am waiting on a decision for TDIU and SSDI. I just want enough money to die in my home and not on the streets homeless.
Thats me Help Me Please
VA being uncool, not helping out at all.😢.
I feel you brother. They don’t give a damned. Use you toss you in the trash when they break you.
Keep fighting.
They’re not supposed to help us. Their job is to deny, deny deny & hope we give up.
TDIU IS TEMPORARY!!!ITS NOT PERMANENT..FYI
Really? How temporary?
You can be TDIU P&T FYI
Tdiu can be permanent and total if your award letter says no further examinations are scheduled in the future. If your award letter says that you are scheduled for future examinations your tdiu is temporary.
Total disability not temporary.
Don’t be lame by spreading bad info… TDIU P&T - for some it is permanent.
Echo Plus, she's talking too fast had to watch it twice.
You may have good advice but the sound on your video really sucks
I have 70% with 100% pay & the doc. Unemployment because of PTSD Heart attack, bercitses the state ssa is being evaluated for a little over a year