I can't believe the speed of the VA claim system now. I was drafted in 71 during Vietnam. My MOS was 11D, which is cavalry scout. My job was on Sheridan tanks, 113 APCs and 114's. The firing for 2 years inside the Sheridan just screwed my ears up. I have had hearing loss and tinnitus ever since. People said I should file for disability but never did. So, in 92, I decided to give it a shot. They gave me hearing tests, etc. Of course, they turned the claim down, everybody says they do that the first time.
So, I let it go again. Last December, while at a VA doctor's visit , my wife said I should try again. So, why not. I talked to a VSO and he put my paperwork in. Again, I had a hearing test and seen other Dr's. Mind you, this was December 2015. I just rec'd a back pay check for Jan 16 to May and a letter stating they approved it and will get 30% disability. That was fast!
Anyone else have any stories, good or bad about the VA?
So, I let it go again. Last December, while at a VA doctor's visit , my wife said I should try again. So, why not. I talked to a VSO and he put my paperwork in. Again, I had a hearing test and seen other Dr's. Mind you, this was December 2015. I just rec'd a back pay check for Jan 16 to May and a letter stating they approved it and will get 30% disability. That was fast!
Anyone else have any stories, good or bad about the VA?