Veterans Video Chat, 05/19/2026

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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!

Veterans Video Chat, 05/19/2026