DIC and Survivor Benefits
I'm awaiting a DIC ruling for my late husband who was months shy of the ten year rule. His secondary acute myeloid leukemia AML was, according to his doctors, a result of the chemo and radiation for...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
AnnPenn wrote:His secondary acute myeloid leukemia AML was, according to his doctors, a result of the chemo and radiation for his 100% lung cancer and 40% colon cancer. His death certificate said he...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Thank you for your response. I will hold out hope that I will see the DIC in my lifetime. I hope what you say is true and will come to pass.
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Another problem in my DIC quest. I applied for a VA Home Loan and filled out all the necessary paperwork. I was turned down for the VA home loan solely based on the fact that I am NOT RECEIVING THE...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Sorry you are having these difficulties. I am confused- did you submit a VA form 26-1817 and VA rejected it?
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
sorry for your lose. i'd suggest that you get to the VA and discuss your specific issues with a VSO. they can answer your specific questions much easier with all of the facts in front of them. good luck
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Yes, a VA form 26-1817 was submitted and when asked on the form whether I was receiving DIC benefits (currently) I had to answer "NO" because I'm still a pending determination on the DIC out of the...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
I believe you are not reading the statement correctly but are missing the 1151 reference- "Receipt of DIC under USC 1151 does not grant entitlement for VA home loans." USC 1151 refers to disability or...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
I am not hopeful that the DIC ruling will take place anytime soon. I had a misguided mortgage broker who thought I qualified without being DIC approved and the attractive low interest rate has risen....
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
What is the status of the leukemia claim? Did your husband have a veteran service officer (VSO) assisting? Are you using a VSO? Don't think not making the requested exam is really affecting the DIC...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Thank you. I anticipate seeking a second VSO to look at what the first VSO completed. I've received more helpful advice from this board and reading other posts. Thank you for the information you...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Update: Second VSO was very professional and helpful. Suggested that I have the death certificate amended to show the cause and effect of the lung cancer (100% SC) to the leukemia. The new death...
View ArticleRe: DIC and Survivor Benefits
Good that things have turned around and are showing promising signs.
View Article
