AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Johnson and Johnson, Bayer, Novartis, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.
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: Eligibility for free VA healthcare and skepticisim about it. (bj)
Topics Discussed PACT Act; VA claim follow-up; eligibility for free VA healthcare based on TERA (Toxic Exposure Risk Activity) or VA disability ratings of at least 50%; skepticism about VA care; changing your VA primary care provider; using VA for medical prescriptions and supplies; lymphedema and edema; Community Care access standards
Chat
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:40 PM
VA Eligibility for Community Care
– Designated access standards For primary care, mental health, and extended outpatient care: 30-minute average drive time or 20-day wait time
– For specialty care: 60-minute average drive time or 28-day wait time https://www.va.gov/resources/eligibility-for-community-care-outside-va/
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:52 PM
Lymphedema
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lymphedema/symptoms-causes/syc-20374682
AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:02 PM
Lymphedema vs. Edema: What’s the Difference?
UPCOMING PRESENTATION MRI 2nd Opinions….. ProstateID solves the challenge Getting 2nd opinions is critical. It’s easy to find a medical 2nd opinion, and you can get your pathology reread by the best! But MRIs – that’s been challenging. Now there’s an affordable AI-validated option that’s proven very reliable* – ProstateID Join us on Wed. Sep 17th at 6.30 pm Eastern in the AnCan Barniskis Room https://www.gotomeet.me/AnswerCancer Founder and Developer, Randall Jones, PhD explains the technology and its uses. Hosted by AnCan Advisory Board Member and prostate cancer peer, Cdr. Mike Crosby *Sensitiviy and Specificity in the mid-90% range … and hold Monday, Sept 29th 8 pm Eastern for Dr. Jonathan Epstein. Title TBD and webinar link to follow.
AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Johnson and Johnson, Bayer, Novartis, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.
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 disability claims process and potential compensation. (bj)
Topics Discussed Exposure to toxic sites and trichloroethylene’s linkage to potential disabilities; VA disability claims for prostate cancer treatment; claim process and potential compensation; compensation and pension (C&P) exams; VA Health and Community Care; medical/health insurance; TERA (Toxic Exposure Risk Activity).
Chat
Dan Gifford, Pensacola, FL sent a chat · 9:44 PM
VA.Gov has a note about it…SSA and VA Disability Benefits
UPCOMING PRESENTATION MRI 2nd Opinions….. ProstateID solves the challenge Getting 2nd opinions is critical. It’s easy to find a medical 2nd opinion, and you can get your pathology reread by the best! But MRIs – that’s been challenging. Now there’s an affordable AI-validated option that’s proven very reliable* – ProstateID Join us on Wed. Sep 17th at 6.30 pm Eastern in the AnCan Barniskis Room https://www.gotomeet.me/AnswerCancer Founder and Developer, Randall Jones, PhD explains the technology and its uses. Hosted by AnCan Advisory Board Member and prostate cancer peer, Cdr. Mike Crosby *Sensitiviy and Specificity in the mid-90% range … and hold Monday, Sept 29th 8 pm Eastern for Dr. Jonathan Epstein. Title TBD and webinar link to follow.
AnCan is grateful to Johnson and Johnson for making this recording possible.
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: Choosing military medical retirement or VA disability? (bj)
Topics Discussed Navigating VA claim process while living abroad; decision point – choosing military medical retirement or VA disability; downloading VA letters to verify benefits; VA compensation & benefits; Combat-Related Special Compensation (CSRC); Agent Orange and PACT Act; toxic exposure for Gulf War or Post-9/11 Veterans; ionizing radiation.
Chat
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 8:37 PM
boykin@ancan.org
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 8:54 PM
Dave – you can download or request your benefit summary and service verification letter from the VA
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 8:57 PM
Benefit Summary and Service Verification Letter
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 9:15 PM
Is it in the prostate bed?
AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:30 PM
I have to drop and help with some homework for my son. Good meeting and everyone have a good night!
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 9:30 PM
Good night Bill!
Tyneal Edwards sent a chat · 9:33 PM
I also have to get ready to go to bed as I have duty tomorrow morning at 0500. Thank you all for having me and it’s a pleasure to meet you! Stay safe and until next time🙏🏾
AnCan – “Col” Boykin Jordan sent a chat · 9:33 PM
Good night Tyyneal! Thanks for coming!
Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:42 PM
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
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: Integrating VA Health Care with TRICARE and Medicare. (bj)
Topics Discussed
Understanding VA benefits and claims; VA disability claims for prostate cancer; integrating VA Health Care with other health care plans like TRICARE and Medicare for you and your family; toxic exposure and the PACT Act; personal stories and updates.
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: Understanding VA disability ratings and forms. (bj)
Topics Discussed
Submitting VA disability claims for hearing loss and obtaining VA healthcare; filing a prostate cancer claim after active treatment is completed; understanding the math behind VA disability ratings; which VA forms do I use to file a claim; receiving VA healthcare treatments for prostate cancer versus VA C&P (compensation & pension) exam; understanding the different types of special monthly compensation (SMC), especially for prostate and other reproductive cancers; what happens when the VA defers your claim and what are your next steps?; switching VA medical centers for healthcare treatment; Barrett’s esophagus and its relation to GERD; can a surviving spouse receive a VA disability pension and DoD Survivor Benefit Program (SBP) benefits at the same time?; esophageal disorders and their relationship to high PSAs (prostate-specific antigens)?
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Dan Gifford, FL
Tapping out for the night. Thanks for all the support
