There is a Veteran that is 100% Disabled and refused the Disability at the time he was discharged back in 1983. Now he wants his money and is still 100% disabled, so is he still entitled to it?
2006-07-26 14:40:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Yes. I could have gotten a disability discharge when I came home from Vietnam. But back then there was a stigma attached to a medical discharge. Most of us were afraid we would not be able to get good jobs if we received a medical. So I faked it for thirty years, trying to cover up the fact that I was deaf, (and believe me there are numerous ways to get by without people realizing that you can hardly hear a word they're saying), and the other serious problems I came home with. But, then I got dianosed with cancer. Someone told me to check out Agent Orange benefits. And, to make a long story short, the VA granted me a disability claim for hearing loss and PTSD. So the good folks at the VA are not the heartless people you might think they are. Now infact I would rather go to a VA hospitol than a civilian one. They have treated me so well! I still can hardly believe it. My pills, which would cost me a fortune, arrive in a timely manner. And ussually they call me a couple of days in advance to remind me of my appointments.
So, in answer to your question, Ponch, Yes. Your friend can submit his claim, and especially if there is documentation from his service days that he had a disability he will assuredly be approved for VA health care.
2006-07-26 14:54:52 · answer #1 · answered by Tom 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
What a moron!!!! But anyways you have to go through the whole thing again. If you were 100% disabled back then it doesnt mean you are now. The condition may have gotten better or worse. They are going to give you a hard time but yeah it can be done.
call 800 827 1000 they will tell you everything you need to do, from locating files to getting all paperwork you may need. Now dont just take their info, and dont do anything withouth consulting DAV. I say DAV because I never ever heard anything bad about them etc
2006-07-26 23:10:01 · answer #2 · answered by acostafamily305 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not an expert in the field, but I think the answer is no. He should be researching the question with the VA. However, I do believe you have one opportunity to at the end of your enlistment to show anytype of disability. The only way you can get it later, is if you already had it at time of discharge, but it was not noticed/diagnosed. Agent Orange, and PTSD are good examples.
2006-07-26 23:37:13 · answer #3 · answered by Christopher B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why in the hell did he turn it down in the first place?? If he has been 100% disabled since 1983 how has he made his money all those years?? He should just keep doing what he's been doing!
2006-07-26 21:45:18 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Stranger In Maine™♥ (Thriller) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on if he signed any paperwork stating he refused the compensation, if he did, he's probably out of luck. and on top of that he was a moron for having turned it down to begin with if he was 100% disabled.
2006-07-26 21:42:25 · answer #5 · answered by thirteen_fox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest you contact your local chapter of the VFW, DAV or American Legion. They can give you the facts on the VA rules and regs as they stand now, in regards to your question.
2006-07-26 21:48:31 · answer #6 · answered by CWV-Bavaria 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He should be.
2006-07-26 21:44:10 · answer #7 · answered by cheeky chic 379 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋