I talked to my primary care at the VA regarding a diagnosis, she said there isn’t a way to diagnose it, and the C&P examiner denied it without a prior diagnosis. I provided blood work covering numerous areas to rule out other issues, sleep test, psych exam, yet without a diagnosis I’m told I will continue to be denied. It’s a lose/lose situation
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What was your outcome? I am about to go to a C&P, even though it's a presumptive (I'm TERA concded and GW vet) and have a DBQ from my RA doc. I thought the M21 was supposed to mean no C&P exams if a diagnosis is already there......
I am currently diagnosed with CFS and it has sucked the life out of me! I have a C&P exam in 5 days. Many “symptoms” I have for years and has been recorded when I was in service. I just plan to be honest with the C&P examiner.
Hi there! That is a great start, be uncomfortably honest. Take a look at our C&P prep tips so you dominate your exam! > vaclaimsinsider.com/10-expert-tips-to-dominate-your-c-and-p-exam/
Very important to have a diagnosis. Even if you’re TERA conceded, you need that and even better, have a DBQ from your doc. I filed a supplemental, learning this whole process, but originally claimed symptoms in the 90s, when cfs wasn’t known about. Doubt they’ll go back that far for comp, but now I’m just waiting for a decision.
Have an upcoming C&P exam for CFS, it was "deferred" status. The company who was doing the scheduling had my wrong info and called AFTER the "scheduled" appt was missed. DUH, no emails, no letter from from, just a call out of the blue, lol. Not sure what to expect about the exam, but I'd figure since it's a presumptive and I have my doc's DBQ, I wouldn't need this C&P. I'll update after the exam....
Update- first C&P examiners failed to fill out DBQ correctly and I have the emails from her apologizing; sadly, va used her DBQ and low balled me. Had to go to another exam, that NP was shocked, now waiting for those results. Per the 38CFR, I should be at 60% minimum.
I have hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, and low t. I take a pill for my thyroid, take Androgel and I am compliant with my CPAP. All my ranges are within the proper levels in my bloodwork. I am still fatigued as hell and still being denied.
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I Was stationed at MCAS El Toro in the late 70's in Hangar 296 which is considered ground zero for the toxic plume of PCB's and TCE that caused the base to be listed as an EPA Superfund Site. I have chronic fatigue, fatty liver, central sleep apnea and other issues. There's documentation in my medical records of going to sick bay for stomach issues, sinusitis but for some reason being stationed at El Toro isn't listed as a place like Camp Lejeune for Presumptive Conditions, at least to my knowledge... My Sleep apnea is well controlled by a BiPap so the chronic fatigue isn't related to sleep apnea and my Sleep Doctor at the VA concurs that it, although she feels the sleep apnea may be a result of being stationed at El Toro and the jet fuel and TCE that we were exposed to on a daily basis...
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I'm Australian army ex-service. I was medically discharged after receiving diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Took over a year of specialist appointments to rule out everything with shared symptoms. DVA denied claim as it's written into SOPs that it's nearly impossible to prove its service related.
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It’s very hard to get an actual diagnosis of CFS . What about claiming just chronic fatigue not chronic fatigue syndrome . Is it possible ? I am a gulf war vet.
If your illness or condition was diagnosed while you were on active duty or before December 31, 2021 You can get benefits for your illness or condition if both of these descriptions are true for you and you have one of these presumptive diseases. Both of these must be true. Your illness or condition: Caused you to be ill for at least 6 months, and Resulted in a disability rating of 10% or more And you have one of these presumptive diseases: Functional gastrointestinal disorders Chronic fatigue syndrome Fibromyalgia Other undiagnosed illnesses, including but not limited to cardiovascular disease, muscle and joint pain, and headaches
I am a Afghanistan combat vet with service connected ptsd and tinnitus, I'm also diagnosed with sleep apnea secondary to ptsd would I qualify for CFS? and note I've been diagnosed with migraines but haven't claimed it. but my main question is the CFS. thank you
Why is CFS a Presumtive condition for Gulf Veterans? What Gulf Veterans experience that other none Gulf Veterans did not? I believe all veterans go through the same real deal. You don't have to be a Gulf veteran.
A PACT Act presumptive disability is one that the VA “presumes” to be service connected, even if there’s no specific Nexus (meaning “link” or “connection”) for service connection. Presumptive disability works like this: If you served at X location during the qualifying period and developed Y condition as a result, then X + Y = automatic service connection. Instead of having to prove a service-connected disability, you only need to show on your DD 214 that you were in an eligible location during a specific period and that you developed a qualifying condition as a result.
I am a vet from San Diego, ca but i have 10% for tendonitis i question is what is cfs and i may have this coz i am tired almost all of the time and i work at night as a night security guard so please tell me what is cfs and can anyone help me upgrade my service connected. Disability
Here's an article we wrote that explains what CFS is >> vaclaimsinsider.com/service-connect-your-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/ And if you’re ready to stop struggling with the VA and start winning your VA disability claims, we’ll help you submit a claim that’s easy for the VA to approve! >> bit.ly/3RGoNZb
hello! thanks for the great info. you mentioned you cannot get anything without that diagnosis. my question is that if i am currently active and currently serving in the gulf war area, and i plan to file a BDD Claim, do i still need a diagnosis? i have been seen by the doctor here who listed my complaint as “fatigue - other” so will this be enough for the BDD or do i still need a diagnosis? thank you!
CFS is a presumptive condition for a Gulf War Vets, but any veteran can claim CFS. The condition just won't be presumed to be caused by your time in service if you aren't a Gulf War Vet
Here's everything you need to know about CFS and CFS secondary to PTSD>>>>. vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/#5-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-secondary-to-ptsd
So it sounds like if a veteran has a PTSD rating it could cancel out or exclude you from being diagnosed with CFS, because they may say that your being fatigued comes from your PTSD, but on the other hand, it's being said that you can get a rating for CFS by claiming that your CFS is secondary to your rated PTSD. Is that true or how does it work? I'm just wondering because I'm a little confused about how that works.
Many veterans with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, especially those who were diagnosed long after leaving the military are eligible under the law for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Secondary to PTSD. Service connection on a secondary basis requires a “showing of causation.” A showing of causation requires that the secondary disability be “proximately due to” or “the result of” another service-connected disability. By law, there are three evidentiary elements that must be satisfied for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Secondary to PTSD to prove secondary service connection: #1. A medical diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in VA medical records or private records (unless you already have a diagnosis in your service treatment records, which is unlikely since the condition typically manifests itself after leaving active duty) #2. Evidence of service-connected PTSD at any rating (eBenefits or VA.gov snapshot), AND #3. Medical nexus evidence establishing a connection between the service-connected disability (PTSD) and the current disability (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). Read more here! > vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/#0-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating-what-is-chronic-fatigue-syndrome
VA disability ratings for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, and 100%, and depend upon the frequency, severity, and duration of a veteran’s symptoms.
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Currently active but retiring in a few years. How hard is it to exclude sleep apnea as a reason for chronic fatigue? I have mild sleep apnea, but consistently using the CPAP and getting 7+ hours of sleep a night for two years now has not improved my extreme fatigue. The Sleep Center that diagnosed me even looked at my statistics and stated that the CPAP corrects the apnea and should not be causing my fatigue. I’m wondering if this is enough to rule it out considering that many are saying the VA doesn’t care… i.e. if you have sleep apnea, then you can’t be diagnosed with CFS. (Blood tests also came back fine, I’m going to keep working with Doc to see if anything else is causing it)
@Chief-Hazard How did you get a CPAP with mild sleep apnea? I have mild sleep apnea and I wasn't given a CPAP. I do also have fatigue throughout the day which is the cause of my insomnia.
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I talked to my primary care at the VA regarding a diagnosis, she said there isn’t a way to diagnose it, and the C&P examiner denied it without a prior diagnosis. I provided blood work covering numerous areas to rule out other issues, sleep test, psych exam, yet without a diagnosis I’m told I will continue to be denied. It’s a lose/lose situation
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We'll discuss how we may be able to help you WIN your VA disability claim, our fee, and the details of our tried and true process.
What was your outcome? I am about to go to a C&P, even though it's a presumptive (I'm TERA concded and GW vet) and have a DBQ from my RA doc. I thought the M21 was supposed to mean no C&P exams if a diagnosis is already there......
It sounds nearly impossible to get service connected for CFS. Doctors will always point to a reason for the symptoms other than CFS.
Here's a blog we wrote about how to service-connect your CFS, hope it's helpful! >> vaclaimsinsider.com/service-connect-your-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/
I am currently diagnosed with CFS and it has sucked the life out of me! I have a C&P exam in 5 days. Many “symptoms” I have for years and has been recorded when I was in service. I just plan to be honest with the C&P examiner.
Hi there! That is a great start, be uncomfortably honest. Take a look at our C&P prep tips so you dominate your exam! > vaclaimsinsider.com/10-expert-tips-to-dominate-your-c-and-p-exam/
Very important to have a diagnosis. Even if you’re TERA conceded, you need that and even better, have a DBQ from your doc. I filed a supplemental, learning this whole process, but originally claimed symptoms in the 90s, when cfs wasn’t known about. Doubt they’ll go back that far for comp, but now I’m just waiting for a decision.
Keep us posted! Thank you for being here with us!
Have an upcoming C&P exam for CFS, it was "deferred" status. The company who was doing the scheduling had my wrong info and called AFTER the "scheduled" appt was missed. DUH, no emails, no letter from from, just a call out of the blue, lol. Not sure what to expect about the exam, but I'd figure since it's a presumptive and I have my doc's DBQ, I wouldn't need this C&P. I'll update after the exam....
Update- first C&P examiners failed to fill out DBQ correctly and I have the emails from her apologizing; sadly, va used her DBQ and low balled me. Had to go to another exam, that NP was shocked, now waiting for those results. Per the 38CFR, I should be at 60% minimum.
I have hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, and low t. I take a pill for my thyroid, take Androgel and I am compliant with my CPAP. All my ranges are within the proper levels in my bloodwork. I am still fatigued as hell and still being denied.
Let’s discuss further! I would like to invite you to schedule a discovery call with one of our Team Members to discuss our program. You can schedule a call by clicking this link>> bit.ly/3AsaYF3
Same here brother. Are u trying to claim cfs secondary to hypothyroidism?
I Was stationed at MCAS El Toro in the late 70's in Hangar 296 which is considered ground zero for the toxic plume of PCB's and TCE that caused the base to be listed as an EPA Superfund Site. I have chronic fatigue, fatty liver, central sleep apnea and other issues. There's documentation in my medical records of going to sick bay for stomach issues, sinusitis but for some reason being stationed at El Toro isn't listed as a place like Camp Lejeune for Presumptive Conditions, at least to my knowledge... My Sleep apnea is well controlled by a BiPap so the chronic fatigue isn't related to sleep apnea and my Sleep Doctor at the VA concurs that it, although she feels the sleep apnea may be a result of being stationed at El Toro and the jet fuel and TCE that we were exposed to on a daily basis...
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I wasn’t a GW vet but I’m pretty sure I have it according to the symptoms.
Read more info here! >> vaclaimsinsider.com/why-you-should-apply-for-chronic-pain/
I'm Australian army ex-service. I was medically discharged after receiving diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Took over a year of specialist appointments to rule out everything with shared symptoms. DVA denied claim as it's written into SOPs that it's nearly impossible to prove its service related.
Let’s discuss further! I would like to invite you to schedule a discovery call with one of our Team Members to discuss our program. You can schedule a call by clicking this link>> bit.ly/3AsaYF3
It’s very hard to get an actual diagnosis of CFS . What about claiming just chronic fatigue not chronic fatigue syndrome . Is it possible ? I am a gulf war vet.
If your illness or condition was diagnosed while you were on active duty or before December 31, 2021
You can get benefits for your illness or condition if both of these descriptions are true for you and you have one of these presumptive diseases.
Both of these must be true. Your illness or condition:
Caused you to be ill for at least 6 months, and
Resulted in a disability rating of 10% or more
And you have one of these presumptive diseases:
Functional gastrointestinal disorders
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Other undiagnosed illnesses, including but not limited to cardiovascular disease, muscle and joint pain, and headaches
Would PACT for Post 911 be a presumptive?
Learn all about it here! > vaclaimsinsider.com/pact-act-presumptive-conditions-list/
I am a Afghanistan combat vet with service connected ptsd and tinnitus, I'm also diagnosed with sleep apnea secondary to ptsd would I qualify for CFS? and note I've been diagnosed with migraines but haven't claimed it. but my main question is the CFS. thank you
Here's a resource that might help >>< vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue/
Why is CFS a Presumtive condition for Gulf Veterans? What Gulf Veterans experience that other none Gulf Veterans did not? I believe all veterans go through the same real deal. You don't have to be a Gulf veteran.
A PACT Act presumptive disability is one that the VA “presumes” to be service connected, even if there’s no specific Nexus (meaning “link” or “connection”) for service connection.
Presumptive disability works like this: If you served at X location during the qualifying period and developed Y condition as a result, then X + Y = automatic service connection.
Instead of having to prove a service-connected disability, you only need to show on your DD 214 that you were in an eligible location during a specific period and that you developed a qualifying condition as a result.
I am a vet from San Diego, ca but i have 10% for tendonitis i question is what is cfs and i may have this coz i am tired almost all of the time and i work at night as a night security guard so please tell me what is cfs and can anyone help me upgrade my service connected. Disability
Here's an article we wrote that explains what CFS is >> vaclaimsinsider.com/service-connect-your-chronic-fatigue-syndrome/
And if you’re ready to stop struggling with the VA and start winning your VA disability claims, we’ll help you submit a claim that’s easy for the VA to approve! >> bit.ly/3RGoNZb
hello! thanks for the great info. you mentioned you cannot get anything without that diagnosis. my question is that if i am currently active and currently serving in the gulf war area, and i plan to file a BDD Claim, do i still need a diagnosis? i have been seen by the doctor here who listed my complaint as “fatigue - other” so will this be enough for the BDD or do i still need a diagnosis? thank you!
We'd recommend getting a specific diagnosis!
If I understood this correctly, to be able to claim CFS, one must be a Gulf War Vet?
CFS is a presumptive condition for a Gulf War Vets, but any veteran can claim CFS.
The condition just won't be presumed to be caused by your time in service if you aren't a Gulf War Vet
@@VAClaimsInsider Is being a Gulf War Vet the automatic nexus?
Correct.
I have CFS (service-connected) and I served from 1997 to 2002. So, it is possible to get it without being a Gulf War Veteran.
I believe it does not matter what time era a veteran was in the military. Military personnel in all branches experience the same common things.
I already have 70% for PTSD but I also have CFS. Should I file CFS secondary to PTSD or file it by itself? I am a GW vet.
Here's everything you need to know about CFS and CFS secondary to PTSD>>>>. vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/#5-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-secondary-to-ptsd
So it sounds like if a veteran has a PTSD rating it could cancel out or exclude you from being diagnosed with CFS, because they may say that your being fatigued comes from your PTSD, but on the other hand, it's being said that you can get a rating for CFS by claiming that your CFS is secondary to your rated PTSD. Is that true or how does it work? I'm just wondering because I'm a little confused about how that works.
Many veterans with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, especially those who were diagnosed long after leaving the military are eligible under the law for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Secondary to PTSD.
Service connection on a secondary basis requires a “showing of causation.”
A showing of causation requires that the secondary disability be “proximately due to” or “the result of” another service-connected disability.
By law, there are three evidentiary elements that must be satisfied for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Secondary to PTSD to prove secondary service connection:
#1. A medical diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in VA medical records or private records (unless you already have a diagnosis in your service treatment records, which is unlikely since the condition typically manifests itself after leaving active duty)
#2. Evidence of service-connected PTSD at any rating (eBenefits or VA.gov snapshot), AND
#3. Medical nexus evidence establishing a connection between the service-connected disability (PTSD) and the current disability (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome).
Read more here! > vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/#0-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating-what-is-chronic-fatigue-syndrome
Thanks!
What are the dam causes of CFS?
Learn all about it here! > vaclaimsinsider.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-va-rating/
CFS maxes out at 40%?
VA disability ratings for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%, and 100%, and depend upon the frequency, severity, and duration of a veteran’s symptoms.
So...if I have PTSD but not on medication (am on therapy instead), can PTSD be ruled out for CFS? Thanks.
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Currently active but retiring in a few years. How hard is it to exclude sleep apnea as a reason for chronic fatigue?
I have mild sleep apnea, but consistently using the CPAP and getting 7+ hours of sleep a night for two years now has not improved my extreme fatigue. The Sleep Center that diagnosed me even looked at my statistics and stated that the CPAP corrects the apnea and should not be causing my fatigue. I’m wondering if this is enough to rule it out considering that many are saying the VA doesn’t care… i.e. if you have sleep apnea, then you can’t be diagnosed with CFS. (Blood tests also came back fine, I’m going to keep working with Doc to see if anything else is causing it)
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@Chief-Hazard How did you get a CPAP with mild sleep apnea? I have mild sleep apnea and I wasn't given a CPAP. I do also have fatigue throughout the day which is the cause of my insomnia.
@@Mr405DJ hmm, I’m not sure. I was referred off post for my sleep study. Maybe that’s why?
I am diagnosed with sleep apnea so will I have hard time getting chronic fatigue. Va will always blame things on everything else.
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You can have both