I was exposed to asbestos while at Torrejón Air Base in 1992 while remolding old buildings on base, got back state side and commander had a meeting telling us we were exposed to Asbestos and probably much more crawling through the attics running electrical wires and repairs (I was an Interior electrician) ! I have been hospitalized twice for diverticulitis in the last 4 years and 2 scopes to confirm diverticulosis! I have had stomach issues for years but just blamed it on bad food! Filed a claim and they are fact gathering now!
Once I reached the 70% rating for PTSD, the VA either changes the terminology of my other claims I filed for or changes the dates of the injuries where no medical evidence can be found. I filed for GERD but they changed it from GERD to stomach ulcers. I recently received a decision letter on tooth loss that they stated is service connected but changed the terminology where I don't get a rating for it so they could deny me a 50% rating on my tooth loss. It is frustrating where I file these claims honestly and keep seeing 0% where they change my information on the claims.
I currently receive 30% for GERD and IBS, as I get older I have to have my throat stretched due to damage to my esophagus and I continue to have my teeth decaying due to the build up of acids? Should I submit for a higher %
Im service connected for my lumbar and i also suffer from incontinence...thinking about claim it as secondary.? Also my mental meds send me to the bathroom upto 8 times a day
Do you handle Toxic Exposure to Trichloroethylene TCE/PCE claims and all secondary conditions. Can you do a video on this? thanks for all the informative videos
Hello Tom! We're glad that you find our videos helpful! We do indeed work on TCE exposure claims. If you are interested in our office taking a look at your case, we can be reached at (401) 331-6300. Thank you
We need more topics on this subject especially contaminated water at camp leJune or to include contaminated water no one seemed to be discussing it nobody seems to know our inquiring minds would like to know..
@@moxy227 I agree with you Donald, Ft Dix NJ has had a cornucopia of toxins & had basic training/AIT there but isn't given the same exposure as Camp Lejeune!
Hi, I wanted to know can i file a claim when i was exposed to drinking Jet fuel water on my ship for months out at sea. I some of my issues were from partly from my time in the ship.
@mark708222, thanks for reaching out. Our office gets involved in the appeals stage of a claim, meaning we help once VA denies a claim. To file a claim we recommend working with a Veterans Service Organization (VSO), such as our colleagues at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). They can be reached at (859)-441-7300
HelloI have a question . i went to the doctor because i have a severe acid reflux for years . well i am waiting for my c&p exam and i filled for a secondary condition gastoesophageal reflux disease (Secondary) . the doctor did an endoscopy and the result was , competent cardia. Mild gastric antral vascular ectasia ( GAVE ) with mild erythema. in the conclusion says GAVA. well i would like to know if i should send the documets to va ? i search for more information and that condition is not good . i alsao would like to know the diffrence between gerd and gava conditions. My acid reflux makes me throw up two to three times a week and i feel my chest on fire . i would like to iknow if VA is going to look at this as gerd because my acid reflux its really bad . can some tell me if i should give the results i have to va? i am waiting for VA to call me for the C&P exam .
I submitted a claim for my Back, PTSD, GERD and Sleep Apnea. I just received a letter from the VA, denying the PTSD and Back portion. What does that mean for My issues with GERD and Sleep Apnea? (FYI, I have Hypertension that is at a 0% rating).
I would appeal. Also, go to your local Veterans Services and get assistance in resubmitting your appeal. Be sure to not let the deadline pass by. Also get documentations from your doctor.
I currently got back 10% for gerd. But I have achalasia type 2. It’s constant pain throughout the day with nausea, chest pain, headaches, & cardio spasms. It completely alters my day. I can’t sleep at night due to “acid reflux”, I wake up with pain. I’m not able to eat properly. I’m not able to workout, I’m bloated every day wether I eat or don’t eat. I have to eat soft foods and regurgitate when I have solid foods. I’ve had a helper myotomy with fundoplication, and two pneumonic dialations. I don’t have hiatal hernias. I’m confused how this disorder can be rated only under gerd. My achalasia is what causes gerd. Any suggestions ?
Try secondary, I see you are complaining of headache get a diagnosis and write a lay statement, if your headaches force you to lie down once a month that could be a 30% claim
Sadly I hate meds but if I dont take mine I can regurgitation 2-3 times per week causing weakness and pain. And wake up with heart burn sometimes several time a night.
Were u ever stationed at Ft McClellan Al? It was a chemical dump for 55 yrs! U sound like u were exposed to chemicals! Be Blessed & keep your head up!!!
Does arthritis qualify as a secondary when you have a rating for ulcerative colitis. Uveitis and arthritis are giving me issues lately and my doctor said they are related to my UC
Is a gallbladder that produces gallstones every six months a presumptive disease for veterans and also what about the disease listed below. NASH: Non Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis Enlarge liver Enlarge spleen Low blood platelets I have all of them. My Gi doctor said there was no explanation for non alcohol liver cirrhosis could that be filed under unexplained illness?
I'm service connected for GERD/IBS at 10% where does gastorpersis fit with server slow motility, pain , nausea and vomiting leading to diebetic gastorpersis
1 have been treated for Gerd for years .I have a service connected injury. I've been taking.medication since my injury 20 some years ago. And to this day I am still taking pain medication I've been denied my claim for gerd.what should I do.
MJ1967. I am retiring this year. I was diagnosed with hepatitis B after deployment. Now I am taking antiviral medication to keep my viral load within Norma and prevent cirrhosis. I am entitled for compensation?
@@omaazu.s.a6151 I would start with one of the veterans organizations such as AMVETS or DAV. I would save getting a lawyer involved for more complex claims.
How do you file a claim for crohns and show the difference between small bowel resection, Crohn’s disease, diarrhea, and extra-intestinal manifestations like arthritis ?
Good question.. wish it were answered. I have Crohn’s and a 40% rating, but secondary issues are mounting up as the maintenance drugs are causing some issues.
@@deanking2394 did your crohns develop in service or after you were out. I recently got a crohns diagnosis but I’m not active anymore and did deploy to OIF.
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I was exposed to asbestos while at Torrejón Air Base in 1992 while remolding old buildings on base, got back state side and commander had a meeting telling us we were exposed to Asbestos and probably much more crawling through the attics running electrical wires and repairs (I was an Interior electrician) ! I have been hospitalized twice for diverticulitis in the last 4 years and 2 scopes to confirm diverticulosis! I have had stomach issues for years but just blamed it on bad food! Filed a claim and they are fact gathering now!
Once I reached the 70% rating for PTSD, the VA either changes the terminology of my other claims I filed for or changes the dates of the injuries where no medical evidence can be found. I filed for GERD but they changed it from GERD to stomach ulcers. I recently received a decision letter on tooth loss that they stated is service connected but changed the terminology where I don't get a rating for it so they could deny me a 50% rating on my tooth loss. It is frustrating where I file these claims honestly and keep seeing 0% where they change my information on the claims.
They are doing the same shit to me. I got a lawyer
I currently receive 30% for GERD and IBS, as I get older I have to have my throat stretched due to damage to my esophagus and I continue to have my teeth decaying due to the build up of acids? Should I submit for a higher %
Im service connected for my lumbar and i also suffer from incontinence...thinking about claim it as secondary.? Also my mental meds send me to the bathroom upto 8 times a day
Informative
I have a 10 for gerd, going to apply for an increase. However if I claim the presumptive ibs will it be combined or a separate claim?
How about Celiac disease, which was not recognized 20 years ago
I found out I have celiacs disease how to I relate that two service if the cause is unknown
Do you handle Toxic Exposure to Trichloroethylene TCE/PCE claims and all secondary conditions. Can you do a video on this? thanks for all the informative videos
Hello Tom! We're glad that you find our videos helpful! We do indeed work on TCE exposure claims. If you are interested in our office taking a look at your case, we can be reached at (401) 331-6300. Thank you
We need more topics on this subject especially contaminated water at camp leJune or to include contaminated water no one seemed to be discussing it nobody seems to know our inquiring minds would like to know..
@@moxy227 I agree with you Donald, Ft Dix NJ has had a cornucopia of toxins & had basic training/AIT there but isn't given the same exposure as Camp Lejeune!
I developed Type 1 Diabetes (autoimmune) 20 years after serving in Saudi Arabia in Desert Storm. Could it be service connected?
Very informative 👏🏾👏🏾
Great info: does colon cancer fall under the MUCMI or Gastrointestinal disorders?
Are you suggesting that GERD is presumptive for Gulf War vets? I have seen some VBA cases where they denied presumption.
Hi, I wanted to know can i file a claim when i was exposed to drinking Jet fuel water on my ship for months out at sea. I some of my issues were from partly from my time in the ship.
@mark708222, thanks for reaching out. Our office gets involved in the appeals stage of a claim, meaning we help once VA denies a claim. To file a claim we recommend working with a Veterans Service Organization (VSO), such as our colleagues at the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). They can be reached at (859)-441-7300
HelloI have a question . i went to the doctor because i have a severe acid reflux for years . well i am waiting for my c&p exam and i filled for a secondary condition gastoesophageal reflux disease (Secondary) . the doctor did an endoscopy and the result was , competent cardia. Mild gastric antral vascular ectasia ( GAVE ) with mild erythema. in the conclusion says GAVA. well i would like to know if i should send the documets to va ? i search for more information and that condition is not good . i alsao would like to know the diffrence between gerd and gava conditions. My acid reflux makes me throw up two to three times a week and i feel my chest on fire . i would like to iknow if VA is going to look at this as gerd because my acid reflux its really bad . can some tell me if i should give the results i have to va? i am waiting for VA to call me for the C&P exam .
Can agent orange cause these problems
is this the ratings for ulcerative proctitis?
What's the most percentage can you get for Gastrointestinal?
Hello Eugene, that would depend on your particular condition's rating criteria, and the severity of your condition
@@CCK_Law they gave me a pill to help with my acid reflexes
That is not what Eugene asked.
How much do you get up to 10- 60% or What🤔🙄
@@lilmomma5367 they wont ans a question. Imagine after you sign up?
I submitted a claim for my Back, PTSD, GERD and Sleep Apnea. I just received a letter from the VA, denying the PTSD and Back portion. What does that mean for My issues with GERD and Sleep Apnea? (FYI, I have Hypertension that is at a 0% rating).
I would appeal. Also, go to your local Veterans Services and get assistance in resubmitting your appeal. Be sure to not let the deadline pass by. Also get documentations from your doctor.
I currently got back 10% for gerd. But I have achalasia type 2. It’s constant pain throughout the day with nausea, chest pain, headaches, & cardio spasms. It completely alters my day. I can’t sleep at night due to “acid reflux”, I wake up with pain. I’m not able to eat properly. I’m not able to workout, I’m bloated every day wether I eat or don’t eat. I have to eat soft foods and regurgitate when I have solid foods. I’ve had a helper myotomy with fundoplication, and two pneumonic dialations. I don’t have hiatal hernias. I’m confused how this disorder can be rated only under gerd. My achalasia is what causes gerd. Any suggestions ?
Try secondary, I see you are complaining of headache get a diagnosis and write a lay statement, if your headaches force you to lie down once a month that could be a 30% claim
Sadly I hate meds but if I dont take mine I can regurgitation 2-3 times per week causing weakness and pain. And wake up with heart burn sometimes several time a night.
Were u ever stationed at Ft McClellan Al? It was a chemical dump for 55 yrs! U sound like u were exposed to chemicals! Be Blessed & keep your head up!!!
Does arthritis qualify as a secondary when you have a rating for ulcerative colitis. Uveitis and arthritis are giving me issues lately and my doctor said they are related to my UC
My issue was that i do have gerd and everything on my dbq is checked off but 1 item. But wouldnt you know it 10%
I have those symptoms
Need a appointment for this! Do I go to the VA Doctor ?
It is really to bad they will not cover the connection of agent orange and colon cancer.
Undiagnosed pancreatitis w major surgery.
Is a gallbladder that produces gallstones every six months a presumptive disease for veterans and also what about the disease listed below.
NASH: Non Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis
Enlarge liver
Enlarge spleen
Low blood platelets
I have all of them.
My Gi doctor said there was no explanation for non alcohol liver cirrhosis could that be filed under unexplained illness?
Is gerd and ibs a separate claim for gastroentistinal disorder. Can you claim for 3 separate?
Yes. I am rated for ibs. And lawyer filling for gastritis and gerd. Waiting on c&p exam now.
So if you file a claim for gerd and IBS but the VA rolls it together and give you 10% there is no way to file to get 10 and 10?
I'm service connected for GERD/IBS at 10% where does gastorpersis fit with server slow motility, pain , nausea and vomiting leading to diebetic gastorpersis
Dammn!! They lowballing everybody. I didn’t know they combined them
Taking omeprazole 20mg for this irritating problem.
Same here.
It stopped working for me after a while and they had to switch my meds at least twice since then. Now the last medication isn't helping anymore...
@@TDoeful KD, keep your focus, I Understand.
Good info!
1 have been treated for Gerd for years .I have a service connected injury. I've been taking.medication since my injury 20 some years ago. And to this day I am still taking pain medication
I've been denied my claim for gerd.what should I do.
Are you talking to me?
I have a diagnosis for gastritis. Was having stomach issues before and during Desert Storm. Was denied in 2015 by the VA
I got denied too. And it's in my paperwork
APPEAL...don't give up....VA is in business to deny Vets benefits...
Me too....those damn nerve agent pills and crappy MRE's
MJ1967. I am retiring this year. I was diagnosed with hepatitis B after deployment. Now I am taking antiviral medication to keep my viral load within Norma and prevent cirrhosis. I am entitled for compensation?
VA rated me 0% service connected for gerd. Is it normal to be rated 0% ? I thought it would be at least a 10
“0%” is still a rating, so now you can petition to have the percentage bumped up.
@@mrroycejayflochi3302 should I hire a lawyer for that ?
@@omaazu.s.a6151 I would start with one of the veterans organizations such as AMVETS or DAV. I would save getting a lawyer involved for more complex claims.
@@mrroycejayflochi3302got it.
How do you file a claim for crohns and show the difference between small bowel resection, Crohn’s disease, diarrhea, and extra-intestinal manifestations like arthritis ?
Good question.. wish it were answered. I have Crohn’s and a 40% rating, but secondary issues are mounting up as the maintenance drugs are causing some issues.
@@deanking2394 did your crohns develop in service or after you were out. I recently got a crohns diagnosis but I’m not active anymore and did deploy to OIF.
@@Kyleloganhart I was in service when originally obstructed, diagnosed and subsequently resectioned.
I think mine started when I was in Iraq.
@@daveb2280 yea. It took me 3yrs to get my 60% and i just put my stuff in again with a VSO so hopefully with him helping I'll have a better outcome
I gave you 2 weeks to give me a simple *Yes or No answer* on my question below.
*You just lost a potential Customer !*