anyone collecting military disability here

l need some info on how to go about applying for it from overseas. thank you.

pm me is fine

originally posted by: musicismagic
l need some info on how to go about applying for it from overseas. thank you.

pm me is fine

Go to your local military hospital. Ask for the iDES rep. Might be located outside of the facility.

The doc who does the evaluation is usually well sheltered from general inquiries, so be ready for a stonewalling when you get to that point.

I hope you made a complete copy of your military medical records.

File for compensation and all of a sudden your records can not be found.

a reply to: musicismagic

I hope you made a complete copy of your military medical records.

File for compensation and all of a sudden your records can not be found.
You must prove disability is connected to your military service.

a reply to: DeathSlayer

l believe it is. But as you know us Vietnam Vets records are like finding a needle in a haystack.
I just need to apply, but l live outside the States
I just dont know where to begin. or who to contact.

originally posted by: musicismagic
a reply to: DeathSlayer

l believe it is. But as you know us Vietnam Vets records are like finding a needle in a haystack.
I just need to apply, but l live outside the States
I just dont know where to begin. or who to contact.

It's googleable.
Disability Benefits

Good luck.

Unless it has changed....your original medical records should be in St. LOUIS, MISSOURI, also where your DD214 is.

You probably also qualify for SSI which is often much more than standard Social Security.

originally posted by: musicismagic
a reply to: DeathSlayer

l believe it is. But as you know us Vietnam Vets records are like finding a needle in a haystack.
I just need to apply, but l live outside the States
I just dont know where to begin. or who to contact.

originally posted by: DeathSlayer
I hope you made a complete copy of your military medical records.

File for compensation and all of a sudden your records can not be found.

a reply to: musicismagic

YUP, "lost in a fire" was said to my dad!

originally posted by: musicismagic
a reply to: DeathSlayer

l believe it is. But as you know us Vietnam Vets records are like finding a needle in a haystack.
I just need to apply, but l live outside the States
I just dont know where to begin. or who to contact.

They forget some people started a loooooooooooooong time ago!
Lots of handwritten paper copies.

a reply to: musicismagic

VA Overseas Military Services

VA Overseas Military Coordinators (OMSCs) are available to assist transitioning Service members, U.S. Veterans living or working overseas, and their families and dependents with VA Benefits.

Japan
For office hours, to make an appointment or for more information, contact:

Iwakuni, Japan
[email protected]
Okinawa, Japan
[email protected]
Yokosuka, Japan
[email protected]

originally posted by: JAGStorm

originally posted by: musicismagic
a reply to: DeathSlayer

l believe it is. But as you know us Vietnam Vets records are like finding a needle in a haystack.
I just need to apply, but l live outside the States
I just dont know where to begin. or who to contact.

They forget some people started a loooooooooooooong time ago!
Lots of handwritten paper copies.

That’s so true. My old RSM said HIS RSM joined the Army so long ago they didn’t have numbers, they all new each other’s name lol

a reply to: musicismagic

There should be local advocates to help you with the process as well.

Ordered my medical records in early 2019.

Still haven't received anything...oh, and my claim expired so I lost all that momentum and arrears.

Be prepared to be disappointed at times but don't give up the fight because they are counting on you NOT being vigilant.

Good luck 🤞

a reply to: Deplorable

thanks for your reply

a reply to: EternalShadow

Thanks. Hope it works out for me.

a reply to: [post=26077938]DBCowboy[/post

I talked to a Navy medic in Okinawa he said the VA is more frieendly these days whit claims

a reply to: tamusan

many thanks
hope this works.out for me

a reply to: DeathSlayer

today l ll start my journey to follow up on all you guys advice

many thanks guys

a reply to: musicismagic

Good luck!