Greetings!
February 27, 2017, I sent in my application for review to the PDBR.
September 14, 2017, I received notification from PDBR stating my application was uploaded for review and was entered into the tracking system. My application was assigned a docket number.
My question below is based on the following facts:
1. Placed on TDRL with and eligibility for CRSC by PEB Board with a rating of 60% by military service for combat related injuries. The medical conditions rated at the PEB are the same as the VA below with the exception of TBI. The TBI was found after the fact due to a MRI conducted by the VA.
2. At review for TDRL, a "fit for duty finding was awarded, and TDRL was removed by branch of service. Total time on TDRL was approximately one year.
3. Three months after "fit for duty finding, the VA rate returned with 100% Permanent and Total with no review and all findings was determined to be service connected due to injuries in combat operations.
The rating breakdown is as follows:
100% for PTSD w/depression and anxiety disorder
100% for TBI
10% for tinnitus w/right ear hearing loss
4. After the 100% Permanent and Total award from the VA, Social Security granted disability for the same findings on the same medical conditions listed in the VA disability.
5. My separation date from service is December 29th, 2009.
6. At the time of separation, my pay grade was E-5 over 6 years.
My questions are, what are the chances that the PDBR will overturn the "fit for duty" finding?
Should I send in my paperwork to the PDBR showing I am also awarded Social Security, or is that something the PDBR will consider when making a determination?
Has anyone else had a similar experience where their branch of service placed TDRL, revoked it, and then was rated 100% Permanent and Total by the VA?
What are the chances that the PDBR will mimic the finding of the VA and make a recommendation of 100% PDRL through my branch of service?
Finally, what is the process to file for CRSC, and how long does that process take once a decision is made by the PDBR to start receiving pay?
I am hoping to find some guidance and reassurance that my case will be overturned and placed back on retired status.
Thank you all for your time and best of luck to any and all going through this long proces!
February 27, 2017, I sent in my application for review to the PDBR.
September 14, 2017, I received notification from PDBR stating my application was uploaded for review and was entered into the tracking system. My application was assigned a docket number.
My question below is based on the following facts:
1. Placed on TDRL with and eligibility for CRSC by PEB Board with a rating of 60% by military service for combat related injuries. The medical conditions rated at the PEB are the same as the VA below with the exception of TBI. The TBI was found after the fact due to a MRI conducted by the VA.
2. At review for TDRL, a "fit for duty finding was awarded, and TDRL was removed by branch of service. Total time on TDRL was approximately one year.
3. Three months after "fit for duty finding, the VA rate returned with 100% Permanent and Total with no review and all findings was determined to be service connected due to injuries in combat operations.
The rating breakdown is as follows:
100% for PTSD w/depression and anxiety disorder
100% for TBI
10% for tinnitus w/right ear hearing loss
4. After the 100% Permanent and Total award from the VA, Social Security granted disability for the same findings on the same medical conditions listed in the VA disability.
5. My separation date from service is December 29th, 2009.
6. At the time of separation, my pay grade was E-5 over 6 years.
My questions are, what are the chances that the PDBR will overturn the "fit for duty" finding?
Should I send in my paperwork to the PDBR showing I am also awarded Social Security, or is that something the PDBR will consider when making a determination?
Has anyone else had a similar experience where their branch of service placed TDRL, revoked it, and then was rated 100% Permanent and Total by the VA?
What are the chances that the PDBR will mimic the finding of the VA and make a recommendation of 100% PDRL through my branch of service?
Finally, what is the process to file for CRSC, and how long does that process take once a decision is made by the PDBR to start receiving pay?
I am hoping to find some guidance and reassurance that my case will be overturned and placed back on retired status.
Thank you all for your time and best of luck to any and all going through this long proces!