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    I've had it up to here!!

    I began terminal leave in March of this year. The day I received my DD214, I have a copy to my PEBLO, MSC and also turned on in to my local VA. My last day of Active Duty was 27 Jun 14, so my "new" claim was opened on 28 Jun 28. There was no activity at all on the claim until 29 Aug, which...
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    Ebenefits claim status update

    So, after being medically separated with 100% VA proposed ratings (Jun 27th), I am finally able to check my Ebenefits again. Tonight, I noticed that my original claim from the MEB had been "closed". A new claim was opened on 6/28/2014....which I completely understand. What I don't understand...
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    Decoding the 199

    While preparing to meet with the attorney on monday, I noticed what may be inconsistencies on my 199, and would like some help to determine if my train of thought is on point. The narrative on my 199 for Disability 1 reads: "The onset of this condition began in 2005 when he lost consciousness...
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    On to the FPEB....need assistance

    While I am EXTREMELY pleased with my VA proposed rating of 100%, I am less than pleased with my 10% from the DoD (Army)! My only unfitting condition is: Lumbar DDD, DJD, IVDS = 10% Fitting conditions: PTSD - 50% Chronic Fatigue - 40% Urinary issues - 40% Peroneal nerve palsy w sciatic L lower...
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    Stopping the MEB/PEB process

    Currently, my packet is in the "pending decision" phase with the VA. However, last week it was found via MRI that I have 3 tumors on my lower cervical and upper thoracic vertebrae (C5, T1,T2 IIRC). At this point, we have ordered more studies to determine if these are benign or malignant. I...
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    Need help ASAP....IMR may be tomorrow!!

    So I have requested an IMR due to the fact that my PTSD was found fitting, although I have several polypharmacy profiles for the Meds I am on, which state I am not deployable, can't do anything fun and should be re-evaluated for leadership roles, and have increased accountability of a minimum of...
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    Met my MSC today

    The reality finally set in, that my 11 year career may be coming to an end soon. My referred condition is DDD Lumbar. During our meeting with my MSC, I identified 17 additional conditions: Urinary frequency/urgency/incontinence Sciatica Numbness in L foot Erectile dysfunction Bilatteral hip...
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    Just began the process

    In 2005, I "burnt in" from a nighttime combat load jump, while in the 82nd. After an ER visit, and several weeks of excruciating pain, I was diagnosed with a right side bulging L5-S1. I became hooked on pain meds for 5 years due to this. After 20+ LSI's, Physical Therapy, TENS, Massage...
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    PTSD and Polypharmacy

    I have been reading the forums for quite some time now, assisting other Soldiers through their MEB process. Unfortunately, I was alerted today, by my PCM, that she is recommending me for an MEB due to back issues (I will save that for another forum). However, since the return from my most...
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