How to File a VA Claim for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Presumptive Disability to Gulf War Syndrome!)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ก.ค. 2024
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- Veterans, want to learn how to file a VA disability claim for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Brian Reese here from VA Claims Insider, and today, I’m going to show you how to win, service-connect, and prove your symptoms to help you get the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome VA Rating you deserve by law. I'll also be covering ways to get presumptive service connection due to Gulf War Syndrome.
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⏩ 0:00 Welcome Veterans!
⏩00:45 Little know facts about Brian Reese VA Claims Insider
⏩02:15 Stop and think about something you’re thankful for
⏩07:11 Don’t let the external control the internal
⏩08:09 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are high-value claims
⏩10:04 The hardest part of CFS is getting it diagnosed
⏩14:40 If you can’t get a diagnosis we have independent medical doctors who can help
⏩18:00 You need an IMO, Independent Medical Opinion letter
⏩21:00 Why do we need to be in community with each other
⏩23:44 We lie to ourselves, get that out of your brain
⏩29:20 Some veterans are unaware they are eligible for benefits
⏩30:00 Information is information, knowledge can become powerful if you know how to use it.
⏩31:15 Own it, take action now
⏩39:00 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a rule-out a diagnosis
⏩39:30 What is Gulf War Syndrome?
⏩43:00 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome VA disability can be rated at 10%, 20%, 40%, 60% or 100%
⏩47:00 Q&A time, ask your questions in the comments and we will answer them!
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This video is a guide on how to file a VA claim for chronic fatigue syndrome in 2020
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome VA Rating: What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
In 2020, the VA disability ratings for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, and 100%, and depend upon the frequency, severity, and duration of a veteran’s symptoms.
This means the more severe your symptoms, the higher the VA rating for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
The highest possible VA disability rating for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is 100 percent.
So, let’s take a minute to explore the law regarding the symptoms and impairment required to warrant a VA disability rating for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Many veterans, especially Gulf War Veterans, suffer from a variety of unexplained medical conditions to include Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a complex disorder characterized by extreme fatigue in veterans that can’t be explained by any specific medical condition.
A veteran’s level of fatigue may worsen with physical or mental activity but doesn’t improve with rest.
According to the Mayo Clinic, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID) or myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME).
The Connection Between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Gulf War Veterans
Gulf War Veterans who develop Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) do not have to prove a connection between their illnesses and service to be eligible to receive VA disability compensation, although at VA Claims Insider we still recommend getting a Medical Nexus Letter (Independent Medical Opinion), especially since Gulf War Syndrome is commonly misunderstood by C&P examiners and VA Raters.
Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome a VA Disability?
Yes, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a VA disability.
VA disability ratings for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are 10 percent, 20 percent, 40 percent, 60 percent, and 100 percent, and depend upon the frequency, severity, and duration of a veteran’s symptoms over time.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is rated under CFR 38, Part 4, VA Schedule of Ratings, Diagnostic Code 6354, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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I’ve TH-cam’d this directly as a vet and this popped up. This speaks to my soul so much it makes me want to cry. This is me 100% I’m constantly tired during the day, and it’s everyday even with good sleep. Even if I go out for an hour I’m ready to come back home due to fatigue. I’m 33 no way this should be happening and I hate it
@Chris, you aren't alone! The majority of veterans feel just like you! If you need help filing your claims, you can sign up and get started for free at www.vaclaimsinsiderelite.com. Let us help you get the rating and compensation you deserve!
@@VAClaimsInsider so if you have PTSD or other Mental health symptoms will they just push Chronic fatigue syndrome on that and not give you A diagnosis?
@@nickm9854 wondering the same thing.
I’m interested to know the same thing. I am seeing the VA for PTSD yet have a C&P for CFS (Gulf War presumptive) with a DBQ from my own DR. The VA does not follow M21-1 guidelines most of the time. I’ll post back my findings as I already have an Autoimmune issue that SC. I think the VA tries to use the excuse of pyramiding with some presumptives……. I filed for CFS in the 90s, but they knew nothing about CFS, it was called Gulf War Syndrome and was denied.
Thanks Brian for all this useful information. You are a great motivator. I look forward to yours and Combat Craig's videos on TH-cam. It's something I need. It keeps me sure of myself and things I worry about daily. The VA had me down. But you all picked me up.
Gun Guy BOOM! Always here for you brother!
I am rated 100% for CFS. It's a horrible condition. The diagnosis is splattered all over my military Medical Health Record. The Navy spent considerable time sending me to a battery of tests to rule out other causes. There's basically zero treatment available and 99% of doctors know very little about it. It's sad really.
@Bronx, it really is. We hope you can find/get. some relief for the pain!
I have been watching as much videos as I can, so I can get a clear understanding. I am going to put a new claim for Gulf War Syndrome with Chronic Fatigue. Thank you Brian .👍
You're very welcome! 2Short1968, thank you for your service and for being here with us! 💙❤️
Thank you Brian from a Veteran as a Veteran
Mike sherman BOOM! Thank you for watching brother!
Thank you for this video Brother. I'm a Marine veteran service connected at 60%. Multiple combat deployments to Iraq. I should easily be at 100% but I have been so down and out living in hell. You inspire me to keep fighting Go bless you.❤
Thank YOU for being here and for your service. I am happy to be of help. Let me know if we can be of any help. Schedule a discovery call with us here >> vaclaims.help
I think I need to file for increase myself. Thank you for what you do man.
Happy to help! Keep us posted! We're here if you need us.
I served in the Navy and was deployed to the Persian Gulf for 6 months each time in 1987 and 1989 and I do have chronic fatigue syndrome whether it’s from the Persian Gulf air itself or from my chronic back pain which was diagnosed at the VA 20+ years ago as a lifetime condition with a herniated/bulging L4 and L5 and S1 disc. I know that I can claim chronic fatigue syndrome due to my herniated and bulging disc but my question is can I claim chronic fatigue syndrome for my two six-month deployments to the Persian Gulf in 1987 in the 1989?
Straight Butta Dating & Relationship Talk def sounds like it brother. Make sure you get a medical nexus letter to help tie it to your time in service. If you need help with the Nexus sign up and our team can assist. Best of luck brother!
Had C and P on 1/18 have a dx of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia from VAMC
served in Mogadishu and Persian Gulf, Red Sea, etc.
I feel as if you made this video to speak directly to me.
Thanks Bessie🚀🚀
Howdy guys, thanks for the info you put out !! Not exactly CFS related but is heat exhaustion/ heat stroke a claimable condition? It happened to me at @ mile 17 of a 25 mile “hump” . I have been extremely sensitive to the heat ever since. I regularly quit sweating ( or not at all ) when the temps start going up. USMC 92-96 .
olie 327 it could be a possibility, but it would just depends on conditions, medical records and if it would be a claim worth pursuing. If you sign up one of our Veteran Coaches could go over your specific situation with you.
Hello Insiders
I'm a gulf war veteran. I suffer from all the symptoms of CFS but I also have a VA issued CPAP for sleep apnea. Can I get compensation for both even though sleep apnea is 1 of the rule outs?
It could be possible. It just depends what is documented in your records during your time in service. You would also want to get an independent medical nexus letter to help tie it to your time in service. If you need help sign up and our team can assist!
I absolutely have chronic fatigue syndrome anthrax
We highly encourage you to schedule a free 30-minute discovery call with one of our Team Members to discuss our program. You can schedule a call by visiting learn.vaclaimsinsider.com/schedule-a-complimentary-va-claim-strategy-call
Hi Brian,/VACI team, can CFS be secondary to depression and anxiety? Thank you for your time.
One of our veteran coaches would be able to answer that question in more detail with you. Sign up for a free 30 min strategy session right now! VACIFREE30.com
D40 e connection, well this buzzing in my ears can't possibly be anything other than my MOS 11D40 in an Armor 2/64th Armor 1966-69
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i have a 30% disability granted to me under undiagnosed illness/medically unexplained chronic multisymptom illness for neuropathy of the lower extremities, virtigo, and balance deficits. these were awarded in 2009, i served in the 1st gulf war as a cavalry scout for the 1st armored division as a gunner on a bradley fighting vehicle. i have the medical evidence over the last year that would in my opinion qualify me for chronic fatigue syndrome to file under a presumptive. the problem is that VA after over a year of testing to rule out, fails to give me an actual diagnosis for CFS/6354. i am stuck. i do have sleep apnea with c-pap. i filed for service connection for that and was denied service connection. my question is can I file a claim without a diagnosis for cfs under mucmi/undiagnosed illness? or do i still need an actual diagnosis to qualify for the presumptive? second question is can i get a diagnosis through an IMO? if so, who do i contact. i am currently rated at 30%+10%insomnia (rated under a mental health condition)+10%tinnitus= 40% with va math. i am stuck!!! and frustrated by the VA's unwillingness to do what is right. i am 100% honest in any claim i have filed and the va basically says you are a liar until proven otherwise. very sad.
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Problem with diagnosing is that when I got out 1st year complained about cfs and no diagnosis, now years later having other issues automatically denied. So early complaints and doctors NOT knowing screws you over. I’m talking early 90’s 1 month after Gulf war. So be warned press your issues in that first year!
Thank you for sharing!
when we were in the persian gulf during the war they were giving us shots that made our hair fall out within the year. we couldnt prove it but it sure was shady that so many of us had massive hair loss within the same year at such a young age with no family history of hair issues.
Would service in Iraq 2003-2005 qualify as Gulf War Service or is it strictly the 1990-1991 time frame? Thx!
Gregory support of OIF/OEF would definitely qualify you as a gulf war veteran.
I am thankful for my devastating diagnosis of hemocromitois, it took 10 years of doctor visits for many of the unbelievable number of symptoms including major fatigue. Then I learned the VA does not have a disability code for it. The most common hereditary disease in the US. Hmmmm.......
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome sounds like hemocromitois. Those symptoms all check out.
Wow thank you for sharing Sean.
Question, is Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/ME) consider a mental health issue like MDD or SSD? Thank you
CFS is evaluated under Diagnostic Code 6354. Under that Diagnostic Code, CFS includes debilitating fatigue, cognitive impairments (such as inability to concentrate, forgetfulness, confusion), or a combination of other signs and symptoms.
VA Claims Insider great Thanks Brian!
can this be secondary connected to lumbar conditions? im service connected for L5/S1 lumbar problems and my back locks up in the mornings and i have trouble sleeping...ive been in bed for days now
It sure can, file a secondary claim for Somatic Symptom Disorder.
I have the same issues. But I have mental health of 70% for depression/anxiety. Plus I've been in pain management. Do I still file for that?
@@champ9104 good question, I’d love to know the answer as well
Will having the CPAP machine and mild sleep apnea affect this claim for me? I have my exam with you guys today. Last minute question after see in this video
Be honest, uncomfortably vulnerable and don't down play your symptoms. Explain how you feel on your absolute worst day. You've got this! Best of luck!
@@VAClaimsInsider Thanks man. I'll keep you guys posted afterwards.
@@JayC771 Boom!
@@JayC771 update?
I'm already 50% for sleep apnea, documented in my military records while on AD service. Documented I cant use a CPAP and been fitted for a mouth piece, cant use that since I'm a mouth breather, also documented. I've been written up at work for falling asleep at my desk 2 letters of warning from 2 different supervisors and a LOR from my branch chief. FYI I work for the DoD, so these letters are no joke, they are written just like the military . So, another claim for CFS looking good? I'm getting ready to file and I have all docs from being disciplined. Its also stated next time I get caught sleeping at work, I will be fired.
What was the outcome?
I did about 6 different deployments in the Gulf from 1998 till 2013, am I still considered to be a Gulf war Vet?
@Jon yes you are!
Thanks for being real. It's hard for men to realize they are human. This is in civilian or military lives. I know this because I see my hubby. We are dual military combat Vets. It's even harder for women to admit it. We come in knowing we have a target on our back and we don't want to admit that we have incurred harm. It took me years to finally talk to someone because I didn't want to "be weak". PTSD and MST are real and as women we need to acknowlege reality. Don't be scared to acknowledge your experience.
Couldn't have said it better! Thank you for your service and for being here with us.
@@VAClaimsInsider Thank you for the support!
To file a claim for anything related to Gulf War Syndrome, is there a specific time period that one must have served in that AOR?
Nope, just been deployed in the area
@@VAClaimsInsider Thank you
Hi,
I Was diagnosed with fatigue by a VA doctor, then the c&p doctor stated that I was misdiagnosed.
I was not claiming fatigue at the time he just stated that because he looked at my record for my c&p for something else.
Fatigue can be a symptom of many other conditions, such as mental health, sleep apnea, etc.
Does having sleep apnea rated @ 50% would automatically disqualify me from filling for chronic fatigue syndrome?
Not at all. It might actually work in your favor!
Jimmy Paredes don’t ever be afraid of being denied. Just make sure you have enough médica evidence and buddy letters to back up your symptoms and you should be fine. Best of luck!
@@CombatCraig Can I file CFS secondary to PTSD, chronic back pain and tinnitus that are all service connected?
Jimmy, did you ever file for day time fatigue , do to sleep apnea ? im getting ready to file . Already have 50 for sleep apnea. and constant day time drowsiness. its so bad, i fall asleep at work and have been written up for it. and my apena cant me treated , i cant wear a mask. thanks
I got approved, service connected for CFS but got a 0% rating???
@Randall, a 0% rating isn't bad. The hardest part is done. Now that it's service connected you can file for an increase by submitting new relevant evidence to support the higher rating. If you need help with that you can sign up and get started for free today! bit.ly/schedule-a-call-social
so can you not claim fatigue as a secondary to major depression especially if you are 70% rated for major depression?
Here's everything you need to know about CFS >>> vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/
Can PTSD (not taking medication) rule out CFS? Thanks.
Thank you for sharing this question! If you're an Elite Member, we'd advise asking your Veteran Coach so they can directly assist you. But if you're not yet part of our Elite Program, then we'd suggest scheduling a complimentary Discovery Call which you can do here: bit.ly/vaci-discovery-call
Can chronic fatigue syndrome be rated secondary to sleep apnea?
That could work but I would probably look at OSA secondary to CFS
@@VAClaimsInsider shoot, i just put in for OSA secondary to PTSD
@@Gixxer-fn1tn how did this turn out for you?
If Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is considered an "undiagnosed Illness" then why do I have to have a diagnosis? totally confusing.
Here's a resource that might shed some light on this >>> vaclaimsinsider.com/service-connect-your-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/
Can a rated disability have 2 secondaries?
You sure can!
mrvenoms pit there is no limit to the amount of secondaries that can be claimed on a primary disability. Submit away!
@@VAClaimsInsider awesome thanks
what is your fee to see Dr. for CFS?
We connect veterans with independent medical professionals in our referral network for medical examinations, disability evaluations, and credible Independent Medical Opinions & Nexus Statements for a wide range of disability conditions.
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How would chronic fatigue Syndrome, become service connected as a disability
John Merryman it would be a secondary condition tied to an already service connected disability.
@@VAClaimsInsider Yup thats what happened to me.
Combat Craig BOOM! 🚀🚀🚀