any recommendations on how to apply for VA disability

[Chuckles]

I sent a request in to get my medical records 6 months ago and haven't received anything back at all.

 

[toddnjoyce]

My usual recommendation is to reach out to the DAV or other Veteran Service Organization that provides a service to assist folks. Depending on your period of service, the VA has electronic access to your health records.

 

[Coyote9]

I sent a request in to get my medical records 6 months ago and haven't received anything back at all.

Hello vet! Each county in Texas has a VA counselor, if unable to find one then contact your local VFW, they will help you. You were assigned a disability rating during your mustering out process, that is the one on which your disability will be based. A long process to get re evaluated but maybe worth it.. if you can't locate local help, then pm me and I'll attempt to help you locate someone in your area.. Semper Fi to all those who serve

 

[AARguy]

I visited our local VA office just to see what they had to offer. Before I left they had set me up for a hearing test. I ended up with 10% disability and never knew I had a problem.

 

[Jpj86]

I second getting an outside advocate who does it full time. A lot of them seem to cost a lot. Aka 4K-ish but they charge it out of what you’re already not getting if that makes sense. So I didn’t notice the cost.

 

[tonyt79]

I just did the process last year after being out about 10 years. I will have to look and find the website to apply or request a review. It’s the same one for GI bill. I was never a person to do anything about documenting or even going sick call for the things. I would have never applied for disability, but I was convinced by multiple people. Ended up with just 10% for hearing. If you have or can find documents you should good.


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[Chuckles]

I second getting an outside advocate who does it full time. A lot of them seem to cost a lot. Aka 4K-ish but they charge it out of what you’re already not getting if that makes sense. So I didn’t notice the cost.

Do you have a recommendation? I’m open to anyone who can help.

 

[Jpj86]

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[Jpj86]

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Veterans Guardian VA Claim Consulting positions veterans to achieve the highest disability rating they qualify for by assisting with VA Disability claim.

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I’d do some research and see what each company can do for you. Some will help from square one, some will help increase the rating (set up appointments etc etc)

 

[BuzzinSATX]

You can also try your local VFW or American Legion post. They usually have someone who can help

 

[Jpj86]

You can also try your local VFW or American Legion post. They usually have someone who can help

Yeah, they’re an awesome, super helpful and under utilized resource.

 

[DoubleDuty]

Don't get ripped off paying for free service.

 

[Chuckles]

Yeah, they’re an awesome, super helpful and under utilized resource.

I’ll reach out thanks for the help guys.

 

[Byrd666]

Get in contact with your Texas Veterans Commission rep. The one I went to did more for me in a month than the DAV, and all others did in two years.

https://www.tvc.texas.gov/claims/

 

[Byrd666]

I should also add that it took me over ten years of phone calls, form finding and filing, doctor appointments, and general .gov game playing to get a rating over 20%.

 

[jonevill]

I can't say enough good things about the Texas Veterans Commission. They guided me through the whole process. They are employees of the state and their main function is to help veterans get what they deserve.

 

[karlac]

Stay away from county supported VSO’s in the blue counties with urban cesspools like Houston, DFW, SA, Austin, et al. Use state or private organizations like VFW instead.

 

[13centkiller]

VSO's do their best, VFW and DAV (who I am both lifetime members with) just don't have the training and clout to back them up. Get an attorney. I spent 20 years going around in circles with the VA/DAV/VFW/ and state reps.It wasn't until I got legal representation that things started to happen and move through the system.

 

[glenbo]

The VA gave me the run-around for years. I went to the DAV and things changed swiftly. They know the VA better than the VA does. They are highly trained and know what to do and how to do it.

 

[Army 1911]

You should be able to get your VA records on line at va.gov
There's a secure log in that lets you do all sorts of things. Claims, prescriptions, records, appointments, message doctors.and more.
I access it through the free Vetsapp.on my phone.

If you are after your service records, I can't help. The Dallas VA has a benefits office that is run by the DAV or something and they could point you to your service med records probably.