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    Can/should I contact my SSDI DDS rep?

    I submitted my application mid October as well. Filed under 100% P&T. Was just told that my file should be assigned to someone at the DDS within the next week. Hoping you get a positive outcome this time around!
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    Can/should I contact my SSDI DDS rep?

    @ArcticWarrior907 How long did it take from your application date to get your decision? I’ll continue to check their website, thanks!
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    Can/should I contact my SSDI DDS rep?

    Great to hear and thanks for the quick response!
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    Can/should I contact my SSDI DDS rep?

    I’ve filed my claim and it is Pending Decision from the state DDS. For those that have gone through the process... Is it safe/encouraged to contact my DDS claims rep? I spoke with her briefly when I faxed the functions reports to her in December. I just want to get the status of my claim...
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    VA final rating timeline question

    Hey! My effective retirement date was 28 Oct and I uploaded my 214 that same day. New claim opened on 29 Oct and my ratings were final and visible on eBenefits on 29 Nov. Congrats on your retirement!
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    Advice

    I was recently MEBd and had over 22 years. My recommendation is that you go through With the MEB. I know there are a lot of unknowns but with you being close to 20 years, it could end up being a win-win scenario for you. First off, the MEB is a process...it’ll take months before you get a...
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    Fort Campbell/PEB/DRAS Situational Awareness

    Thank you so much!!!
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    Fort Campbell/PEB/DRAS Situational Awareness

    How did you get the contact information for your DRAS?
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    VA Processing Times Post-PEB

    Hi everyone, My effective retirement date was on Monday and I've already uploaded my DD 214 on eBenefits. I called the VA and confirmed they can see the 214 on their end. Question: How long can I expect for it to take before the the VA finalizes my official ratings and I get the official...
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    Uploading DD214

    Thanks for the info! I uploaded my 214 this morning...let’s see how long it takes. Best wishes to you as well!
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    Uploading DD214

    @sw78...did you receive anything from the VA yet? Tomorrow’s my effective retirement date so I would like to know what the timeline is like once I upload my 214.
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    My AF Timeline: Back (SCS Implant), Migraines & Failed Ankle Surgeries

    Based on the multiple back issues I have...DDD, spinal stenosis, arthritis, laminectomy, etc. they lumped all my back related issues together and gave me 40%. Keep in mind that your ROM is significant in the rating you receive. I recommend you use the militarydisabilitymadeeasy.com site to...
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    My AF Timeline: Back (SCS Implant), Migraines & Failed Ankle Surgeries

    I got 100% VA and 80% DoD...very happy! They don’t rate the implant itself...they rate the severity of your condition. I was rated for sciatica, DDD and radiculopathy of my legs.
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    My AF Timeline: Back (SCS Implant), Migraines & Failed Ankle Surgeries

    Update... May 18: Code 37 assigned Sep 18: My MEB was placed on hold due to pending permanent SCS implant surgery Oct 18: SCS implant surgery 23 Jan 19: Met with PCM to complete initial NARSUM 30 Jan 19: Completed NARSUM was submitted to my PEBLO 30 Jan 19: Commander's Impact Statement submitted...
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