AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick: Hypertension is presumptive for Vietnam-era vets. (bj)
Topics Discussed Monitor high blood pressure for a VA disability claim; hypertension is presumptive for Vietnam Era Vets; develop a claims strategy to avoid complexity; changes in urinary incontinence rates; why you should enroll in VA Healthcare; new prostate cancer diagnosis – high risk.
Chat
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:14 PM
veterans@ancan.org
Bob Schwartz, USN, Venice, FL. sent a chat · 8:58 PM
Good mtg., have to go, see everyone next mtg.,
Leon Roberts sent a chat · 9:02 PM
Hi all so many problems getting in, still no audio or camera. Would like to file for loss o creatie organ that I just heard. Got a phone nr I can call in?
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:04 PM
@Leon – give me a second
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:32 PM
Good seeing all of you! Have a great week!
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:33 PM
veterans@ancan.org
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick: What happens when your doctor won’t support your VA disability claim? (bj)
Topics Discussed VA primary care doctor reluctant to make referral to oncology or community care; establishing service connection for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD); coordinating your final affairs with your VA social care worker; decision process for establishing service connection when multiple causes exist; what happens when your doctor won’t support your VA disability claim; positive VA experience — medicare billing issue resolved; lessons learned on health insurance copay; qualifying for VA Healthcare with TERA; clarification on purpose of C&P exam in the disability claims process; explanation of spouse pension benefits for deceased veteran spouse.
Chat
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 8:16 PM
Sounds like a potential conflict of professional interest.
Leon Roberts sent a chat · 8:20 PM
Hi Jim, still having a problem getting audio and camera. Did you receive the requested info from me?
Leon Roberts sent a chat · 8:51 PM
at wits end why I can’t get sound and site. Leon
Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 8:53 PM
Leon, do you have the ability to call in? Connect With A Phone These are all domestic toll calls +1 646 749 3129 (US) Access Code: 656-182-845 (Schmier Room)
Leon Roberts sent a chat · 8:53 PM
Keeps telling me GoTo needs to access mic and cam, I’m lost. Leon
Per Ankh sent a chat · 9:26 PM
I have to run. Good night everyone. Great sharing with you.
Leon Roberts sent a chat · 9:44 PM
Thanks all, I have to dismiss myself this evening. Appreciate the fellowship. Leon
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:52 PM
Have a good night all!
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick: VA and Medicare billing issues leave Veteran with out-of-pocket medical bills. (bj)
Topics Discussed VA retracts 70% disability rating citing a clear and unmistakeable error and the implications of losing benefits; importance of a nexus letter from a medical expert to bridge the gap between military service (e.g. exposure to trichloroethylene/TCE) and a current diagnosis; challenges with Primary Care Providers (PCPs) who may be reluctant to provide referrals to specialists like genitourinary (GU) oncologists; advice on hiring attorneys for VA appeals and what costs are paid by your attorney; VA does not bill Medicare for non-service-connected treatments, leading to personal bills despite having private secondary insurance.
Chat
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:13 PM
www.ancan.org/veterans
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:15 PM
https://www.youtube.com/@ancanfoundation/playlists
Danny Lankford (Minnesota)) sent a chat · 8:51 PM
1. 20% Fee — “Safe Harbor” (Most Common) Presumed reasonable by the VA Automatically paid directly by the VA out of your back‑pay Most attorneys use this rate for standard appeals 2. 30% Fee — Common for Complex Cases Still normal and widely used VA will NOT automatically pay the extra above 20% Attorney must collect the difference from you directly 3. 33.3% Fee — Upper Limit Before Scrutiny Anything above 33.3% is presumed unreasonable VA can reduce the fee if it’s excessive 4. 0% Upfront You never pay a retainer You never pay hourly You only pay if you win
Danny Lankford (Minnesota)) sent a chat · 8:52 PM
Is this legit?
Danny Lankford (Minnesota)) sent a chat · 8:52 PM
VA site
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:10 PM
VFW Eligibility https://www.vfw.org/join/eligibility
Mark WV sent a chat · 9:41 PM
good nite everyone
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:41 PM
good nite Mark!
Danny Lankford (Minnesota)) sent a chat · 9:45 PM
Thanks ya’ll for the help. I’ll just get it started
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 10:02 PM
www.ancan.org/veterans
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick: Small acts of kindness go a long way. (bj)
Topics Discussed Correcting your VA claim record when the VA thinks you stopped medical treatment; obtaining your medical records from the VA requires a FOIA request; work the AnCan network people in the group are willing to help you outside of AnCan sessions; when people go out of their way to help you find a positive way to thank them — small acts of kindness go a long way; in-person visits can produce better outcomes than phone or online interactions; ALS is considered to presumptive by the VA; understanding Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Subsection S (SMC-S) housebound benefits.
Chat
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:14 PM
veterans@ancan.org
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:17 PM
YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ancanfoundation/playlists
Israel sent a chat · 8:40 PM
VSO
Israel sent a chat · 8:40 PM
Another benefit og going to your local VA office in person is that they usally have VSO offices in the same building.
Hank Zajic Springfield VA sent a chat · 9:07 PM
I have to head off. Best regards to all and thank you for a great meeting Capt Jim!
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:10 PM
If any VA intake person who is a male wants to argue that getting a shot in the penis is not really a disability, let that goof be the first to volunteer for the proceedure!
Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 9:18 PM
I am going to sign off for the night! Thank you everyone!
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:19 PM
Good night Eric!
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:54 PM
Bruce is 80
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:59 PM
Good seeing all if you again. Great job Jim!
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 10:00 PM
veterans@ancan.org
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick: Applying for VA Health Care benefits. (bj)
Topics Discussed Losing Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) when your treated prostate cancer gets rated on its residual effects; establishing service connection for prostate cancer when you didn’t deploy to Southwest or Southeast Asia; importance of intent to file in establishing your start pay date for a disability claim; applying for VA Health Care benefits; Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam notification informs you which claims are included in the exam; strategies and data gathering to support chronic kidney disease (CKD) claims; linking CKD to radiation treatment residuals or urinary incontience; preparing for Board of Veterans Appeals hearing; understanding the difference between an a formal appeal and supplemental claim; billing questions when the doctor or practice you’re seeing changes under Community Care.
Chat
Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 9:30 PM
I am going to head out gentlemen, have a great evening and see you all in two weeks!
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:32 PM
Good night Eric!
Israel sent a chat · 9:48 PM
Sorry, I have to run. See you next time.
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:50 PM
Good night Israel
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:57 PM
Great meeting! Learned a lot!
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 10:05 PM
veterans@ancan.org
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!
Editor’s Pick:Dual enrollment encouraged maintaining private insurance while enrolled in VA Healthcare. (bj)
Topics Discussed Veterans Affairs (VA) Identification Card (ID) issuance is much faster; Military ID versus VA ID for veterans with a 100% permanent and total disability rating; the back of VA IDs cards contain emergency care information for non-VA medical facilities; VA ID cards marked “service connected” grant access to military installations including commissaries and exchanges; PACT Act covers three broad categories: Agent Orange; Burn Pits, and Ionizing Radiation; procedures for submitting a disability claim to include the importance of the intent to file; maintaining private insurance while also being enrolled in the VA; Community Care vouchers and issues that occur when private providers don’t accept the VA’s Community Care vouchers.
Chat
Jim Marshall, Vet Support Grp. Moderator sent a chat · 8:10 PM Jim Marshall, USAF(RET), CAPTJIM@ANCAN.ORG, 703-338-7341.
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:12 PM veterans@ancan.org
Mike cunningham sent a chat · 8:27 PM 1800 827 1000
Mike cunningham sent a chat · 8:27 PM Va help center want do intent to file
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:31 PM VA Intent to File https://www.va.gov/resources/your-intent-to-file-a-va-claim/
Danny Lankford (USMC) sent a chat · 9:01 PM advanced and under 60
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:02 PM @Danny Lankford (USMC) – Advanced and under 60 is a good group. I did some sessions with them. Do you have any questions about them?
Danny Lankford (USMC) sent a chat · 9:03 PM Rick’s been hitting me up with emails and providing some direction and guidance. super helpful.
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:04 PM Yep–that makes sense. Rick will steer you right.
Mike cunningham sent a chat · 9:09 PM Great advice israel
Israel sent a chat · 9:09 PM Thanks, great advice in this group overall
AnCan – Rick sent a chat · 9:45 PM I’m going to drop off, Gents… happy Holiday to all.
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:45 PM Good Night Rick
Mark WV sent a chat · 9:46 PM Nite
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:47 PM Good Night Mark
Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 10:00 PM Thanks Everyone! Have a great rest of your week!
