PSP Questions   Question #19      I've had flat feet and a heart murmur since birth. I still went in the Military. Can I get compensation for these? A1:  If can show these conditions were aggravated by military service, then you could file for compensation. Merely filing for these without showing that military duty caused them to become worse, then they would likely deny your claim. (CP) 4/2/2016   A2:   Individuals may enter military service with a known disability. Should this disability become worse due to military service, VA may be able to pay compensation. This is known as aggravation; however, compensation can only be paid for the level of aggravation.   For example, at entry into military service, an individual has a disabling condition that could be considered 10% disabling. In order for this condition to be considered aggravated, it would have to have worsened due to military service to at least 20%.  I believe these conditions must be noted on your intake physical in order to later claim an aggravated condition.  (RJ)  4/4/2016   If you can help please respond to this question. Full name: Email address: Comments:   Question #20    How long does it take for DRO to send out the final decision packet after I received the per cent letter?   A1:  No set time table, but after two months I  would make an inquiry. (CP) 4/2/2016   A2:  A DRO is allowed to work at home... You can expect it to be anywhere from 8 to 16 months for them to even find the file they bring home.  (AM)  6/11/2016    If you can help please respond to this question. Full name: Email address: Comments:

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