DP Unfiltered: Candid Veteran Conversations

In this episode, we delve into how the 'Ace your C&P' sessions empower veterans to succeed in their C&P exams without resorting to keywords or fabricated symptoms. By focusing on their personal truths and the deep-rooted issues they've suppressed over the years, veterans learn what to expect in the exam and how to articulate their experiences effectively. Hear firsthand stories of transformation, where veterans not only achieve higher ratings but gain the confidence and understanding of their own journeys.

Have you been denied recently? If so, then tune in, and let's talk about it!In this video, I discuss the failures of the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) in accurately processing and approving medical opinion requests for veteran disability claims. I refer to a report by the OIG from September 2022 that highlights several issues, including inadequate language used by medical examiners, processors not identifying relevant medical evidence, and unnecessary opinions being requested. These issues have led to delays in processing claims, potentially incorrect claim decisions, and the need for additional resources to correct errors. I emphasize the importance of veterans seeking legal and other forms of support to challenge wrongful claim denials. #veterans #vaclaims #vadisabilityhelp

The Supreme Court on Monday unanimously rejected arguments by a disabled veteran that he and other individuals who missed filing deadlines for disability benefits should still be eligible for retroactive payouts if they could show compelling reasons for the late submissions. #veterans [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/veterans] #supremecourt [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/supremecourt] #benefits [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/benefits] 𝑷𝒔𝒔𝒔𝒕.... Might be a good time to start looking into that VA Claim you have been putting off… 👉🏼 www.JoinUs.vet [www.joinUs.vet] 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 No retroactive benefits for veterans past deadline, Supreme Court says https://www.militarytimes.com/veterans/2023/01/23/supreme-court-rejects-bid-to-ease-retroactive-benefits-rules-for-vets/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa043OXl3VlVUYU5ZQkN1TC00Qlg3UjBSaTJMQXxBQ3Jtc0tsby1hdW9DMEQzcmpxMTJQMnFvYkRMcDhySkF0ZndvR0tjTE8yLVVwQld4dGN6b0Y3ZXl6bzlGN2NVWmk3VnB1ZmNZMzE3a3lOQlBSN3pFTFRqLTZIa0ZzZnB4eGhlT1Vfa3ZDMVJSUlotRzJwbUFoRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.militarytimes.com%2Fveterans%2F2023%2F01%2F23%2Fsupreme-court-rejects-bid-to-ease-retroactive-benefits-rules-for-vets%2F&v=PFBxiwBAbzA]

Veteran Benefits Threatened by Proposed Congressional Budget Cuts. Veteran benefits are under attack - proposed budget cuts could leave many veterans without the support they need. But what does this mean for YOU? In this video, we break down the latest news on congressional budget cuts and what you need to know to protect your benefits. Don't miss this critical information - watch now and learn how you can take action to save your veteran benefits. #veterans [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/veterans] #congress [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/congress] #budgetcuts [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/budgetcuts] #vabenefits [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/vabenefits] 𝑷𝒔𝒔𝒔𝒕.... Might be a good time to start looking into that VA Claim you been putting off… 👉🏼 www.JoinUs.vet 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝑨𝒊𝒎𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑪𝒖𝒕 𝑫𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒕, 𝑩𝒖𝒕 𝑾𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝑹𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔 https://www.moaa.org/content/publicat... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkRzNGN5Q3ZMQ09VX0w0OGdTRDEtcVlma3Etd3xBQ3Jtc0ttazdKczZFQWRCS1ZGY2NFZjRwbG8tMkppQ3k3OVNGeUhjQVlzemRzSXJua2NYZVkyNzdyZy1KcUJuUW9zUlZSLUpHZmhfQ2I1VEJXbllKcVlPdGlINzJXQk9Xd0pxd1RZb1ZjWjhmSU1yNmk1OGlaQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moaa.org%2Fcontent%2Fpublications-and-media%2Fnews-articles%2F2022-news-articles%2Fadvocacy%2Fcongressional-report-aims-to-cut-deficit%2C-but-may-cost-retirees-thousands%2F&v=IwWUGxfESww] 𝑫𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓,𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝑩𝑶,𝒔 𝑳𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑽𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝒖𝒅𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝑶𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 https://www.cbo.gov/publication/58611 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2NwOEwxRUZyRUZfdTdyZ1gwd1lhSGpRUndvUXxBQ3Jtc0trdmJ0cGdVSkROd3FKTnlCOHA1OEhIVmtqQk4yTWRuSVRCQ2gyNV8wbkN4NURVQVdmLTBnSjljRFgtUjVIZkhRR01wM2xPUDRzNzYwVEM0T0NPNjlkbFNWUGpqak55elVmTkJzck0wbGtqbkNwRS1RSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cbo.gov%2Fpublication%2F58611&v=IwWUGxfESww]

Veterans: Happy New Year let's put some good energy into our space and discuss various veteran-related matters. Join me, David “DP” Pineda, along with my fellow veterans Ronnis Fields, Brian Lofton, and Amy Lacy for genuine compassion, then stay for great content and enjoy our community from the comfort of your home. Invite a friend!