What to Expect in an Erectile Dysfunction C&P Exam | VA Disability

In this video Leah, provides an insightful guide for veterans about the C&P examination process for erectile dysfunction (ED). She explains that veterans can be service-connected for ED either directly, if diagnosed while on active duty, or secondarily, if related to other service-connected disabilities like mental health issues or certain medications. Leah details the examination process, noting that veterans will receive a packet outlining the details of their appointment, which involves reviewing the Disability Benefit Questionnaire (DBQ) and potentially undergoing a physical examination, although this can be declined. She clarifies common concerns about physical exams and highlights various aspects of the DBQ, including medical history, medications, and associated conditions.

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[danielspiegel]

I was just rated for ED thanks to Leah's group. The VBA made it secondary to my Fibromyalgia, just as you did the paperwork for. For some reason the VBA also sent me to 2 C&P exams for the ED. One with VES and the second with LHI/OPTUM. It was a little irritating but the exams went well. The examiners were kind and respectful. No big deal really. Thank you again for your help fellow Vet!!🙂

[saintlou]

Great video as usual Leah. I am going to start the ball rolling on this. I was worried about opening a can of worms for my PTSD but I had a VA rater tell me to "just claim ED secondary to PTSD due to prescribed medication for your PTSD and you'll be Ok".

[houstongilliand]

Thank you Ms Leah...

I have been trained NOT to complain and SHAMED when I did. An exam has been scheduled. I will push through. thanks again

[BeachsideHank]

Well worth the wait, once again a standout discussion and explanation of a "taboo" subject for males, thank you Leah! ☺

[broadcastdave]

Thanks for this info. My exam is next week and this makes me feel better about it. I suffered from cauda equina syndrome while in service.

[jamesnicks]

Good to see you again beautiful ..thanks for all the advice

[wzqqxnt]

Thank you Leah for this video ! Agent Orange Prostate Cancer diagnosis in 2015 - removed with resultant severe ED diagnosis - Now having my first C&P exam for ED - From this video, I know what to expect.

[Battlejurist]

Huge fan of Prestige Worldwide. They review all med files and write a detailed opinion letter based on the facts and how those compare to medical literature. A+++

[francislee]

My latest Zoloft and Klonopin pills are definitely impacting me here under this taboo/ type of stigmatized subject. Thanks for the helpful video, Leah.

[adlomax]

Great video. I was well prepared and knew what to expect in my lastest lhi appointment. I was awarded 0% and yes it was uncomfortable appointment. The np had her receptionist come in and I really got nervous. I was afraid to deny them access but hey I did.

[coreywilliams]

I've been denied for ED, but they rated me for Hypogonadism. I received testosterone while I was active duty after I had a car accident.

[mrsmith]

I am a Viet Nam veteran and Prostate Cancer survivor. I was treated in the civiian world, but the VA reluctantly paid for it At my VA C&P exam the medical "professional" stated theat she could not get prostate cancer as a joke? I replied that she could help herself to cervical cancer.
In my experience since I had downloaded the quesrionaire, the C&P exam was a non event. I strongly recommend reviewing the form before the exam. My advise is to not volunteer any additional information. Just answer the questions.

[kentongreen]

I claimed ED and have not received a request for a C a P exam. I filed for hypertension and DDD back pain at the same time. Had c and p for them.

[CB-onbd]

FYI Make Sure you get seen for everything WHILE you’re still in the military!! If you try to claim after you get out it’s a hip hill battle! And the VA will do its best not to service connect you for it. Sooo document it all while you’re still in!!

[Battlejurist]

They ask you, "are you still having to take the viagra?" Then they check a box and move on to your other issues.

[johnnyc]

Hello. I Hope all is well. I have a question for you or anyone watching. I have 10 percent for Tinnitus and during my C&P exam the doctor told me that I was going to be awarded the 10% and additionally he told me to file for hearing loss because my hearing loss was substantial and that he was linking it to my incident on active duty. He further told me to file within the next 3 months so they will have to use the report he was preparing. So I filed for the hearing loss and they attempted to schedule me for another C&P exam through "Veterans evaluations services" . Its a private company the VA uses to do exams. I then I called the VA and they agreed with me that they will go off the first C&P exam. The term they used was to "Use original exam findings". But they they asked me to cancel the exam. I thought that was odd and they said it was because they would be able to cancel it in time and that if they didnt cancel it in time I wouldve had a no show on my record. So I went along and cancelled it. My question is - have you seen this before and does me cancelling it look bad for me?? I know Hearing loss is probably going to be a zero percentage, but since the C& P Doc told me to file i figured I had nothing to lose and I thought it wold be good to have the Hearing Loss service connected regardless of the percentage because I have Migraines and Anxiety ready to go as "Secondary" conditions to my service connected Tinnitus. Would love to know your thoughts. Oh, one more thing, My MOS was (BU) Builder in the Navy and thats on the DOD Presumption list for noise and hearing related conditions . Thank you. I appreciate you .

[Dredd]

I was diagnosed with ASTIGMATISM, REFRACTIVE ERROR, MYOPIA while active duty.  My vision has worsened since. I was diagnosed with Keratoconus. Can I service connect this eye condition even though it wasn't diagnosed while active duty?

[derekbraggs]

Already been diagnosed and getting I believe 10% for prostatitis could I get the ED added?

[vwqecfx]

I went through the most humiliating and emasculating exam of my genitals and prostate by a female nurse. She then brought in the female receptionist as a chaperone that I DID NOT want and DID NOT request in the room. Then told me if I was uncomfortable I could leave. Who would be comfortable with this!?!?!?! I had to put up with it as I had no choice but to go through with it as I was afraid to be denied compensation. What she should've told me was I can decline the physical portion of the exam and I should not have been subjected to that sort of humiliation. I wish I knew. We should all know! Had they brought in a male nurse for an intimate female exam and then insisted on bringing the male receptionist...there would be lawyers involved. Absolutely the most maddening, uncomfortable thing I have ever "had" to do.

[JayzBeerz]

I claimed this and got 0% rating but they never gave me the SMC K.