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  1. CrustyGrunt

    Need Advice..

    Understood. My post was not intended to offend you. If your evidence is so overwhelming yet they still found you fit, then it’s not overwhelming enough. Another reason is that they may be thinking that they are doing you a favor. Whereas you just received promotion, you continue to serve and are...
  2. CrustyGrunt

    Need Advice..

    If your medical situation is based on what you say and feel, it doesn’t matter. You need to start building medical evidence by seeking appointments and or getting second opinions if need be. They obviously feel you can continue to serve not because they are ignoring your situation but your...
  3. CrustyGrunt

    Referred Conditions, DOD%, and VA Claim Concerns - Please Help!

    (b)Special Rules for Chapter 61 Disability Retirees.— (1)Career retirees.— The retired pay of a member retired under chapter 61 of this title with 20 years or more of service otherwise creditable under section 1405 of this title, or at least 20 years of service computed under section 12732 of...
  4. CrustyGrunt

    Referred Conditions, DOD%, and VA Claim Concerns - Please Help!

    I don’t believe you understand the source you are referencing. We are not giving opinion but giving fact based on 10 USC 1414(b).
  5. CrustyGrunt

    Referred Conditions, DOD%, and VA Claim Concerns - Please Help!

    @Provis is spot on. Being over 20 active time you are capped regardless. You will get all VA compensation plus your earned DoD longevity pension. Being over 20 years AFS you qualify for regular and disability retirement. If you receive a disability retirement DFAS will calculate using your...
  6. CrustyGrunt

    Does SSDI affect Tricare?

    @Provis, I appreciate it. Was curious how that aspect worked before moving forward with an application.
  7. CrustyGrunt

    Does SSDI affect Tricare?

    Does SSDI affect TFL? I’m not sure how this works if approved for SSDI? Is my wife still covered? Looking for some clarification on this before I submit an application. Thanks.
  8. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    If your disability is combat related then your pension will not be taxed.
  9. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    Yes. VA compensation no.
  10. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    It is a different process. My orders didn’t get cut until I was two weeks out from my terminal leave start date. I know your frustration. Let me know if any more questions, I’m more than happy to help.
  11. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    You’re limited to longevity because you are being compensated for your disabilities by the VA. The DoD is responsible for paying your earned longevity pension. You don’t get paid your disability multiplier by the DoD because it would be as if you’re being paid twice for the same disability. That...
  12. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    Yes, they are incorrect. The VA has no input on the DoD side as far as what USAPDA requires. USAPDA will require you to conduct BDD C&P exams when you’re 180 days out from your disability retirement date, just as if you are a regular retiree. I thought the same as you and received the same...
  13. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    No problem! It’s a different and complicated process. I had the same issues getting conflicting information from the DoD side as well as the VA.
  14. CrustyGrunt

    Chapter 61 Retirement Question

    As a COAD you will be a disability retirement. With over 20 years you don’t choose method A or B. You are capped at longevity no matter what. You are maxed out on pay. As far as ratings, if they are within a year before you retire you do not need to go back through C&P exams. If it’s over a...
  15. CrustyGrunt

    VA claim not filed by me

    Yep, both were for the same condition.
  16. CrustyGrunt

    VA claim not filed by me

    I had two. Knocked them out and even sent in updated paperwork from my civilian doctors as well.
  17. CrustyGrunt

    VA claim not filed by me

    Still in process. It was opened in March, I completed all necessary appointments early April. Standby to standby…
  18. CrustyGrunt

    Hip Labral tear, DDD and lumbar spine disc bulging. LIMDU, no PEB, seeking advice.

    Charlie Mike. Your provider did not recommend a MEB. You do not get to choose. Continue to seek care from your provider until they decide if and when it’s necessary at all to recommend a MEB. Otherwise continue to serve to the best of your ability until you have served your time and exit...
  19. CrustyGrunt

    Question about cap on disability retirement for 20+ ADSM

    Having 20 plus active time your capped at your longevity retirement percentage regardless if you choose regular retirement or go the MEB route and receive a disability retirement.
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