Question:
Hello, Back in 2014 my husband received a rating of 40% for PTSD. He then appealed the rating percentage within the allotted time frame and followed the VA's process. After over 5 years of waiting for the VA to make a decision on his appeal, his rating was raised to 70%. Unfortunately, we believe the VA is treating his appeal as a whole new claim so they are not back paying the difference, which would be about $50,000. Is this something we should appeal, or am I missing something? If we should appeal, how should we go about this? We have reached out to the DAV and other organizations and haven't received much help or guidance. I appreciate your help! Thank you!
Jim's Reply:
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