How long after you start receiving VA disability is your rating locked in

TSgt Richard Wheeler — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 05:22:38 -0400

So I was medically retired for asthma 2 years ago and now the VA wanted to test my lung function. No big deal right well after the test the respiratory therapist said after my breathing treatment the results didn't really change. So now I'm worried that the VA is going to come back and say that I don't have asthma and take my disability away. Any help or advise would greatly be appreciated.

Response by Sgt Branden W. made Apr 18 at 2015 6:16 AM

Sgt Branden W. — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 06:16:00 -0400

If asthma is a service connected disability but it is improving, wouldn't that be a good thing? If I'm understanding you correctly, you developed asthma while serving?

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 18 at 2015 2:14 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 14:14:55 -0400

The message is a little cryptic. If your results have not changed, it would be logical for them not to change your rating.

Response by TSgt David L. made Apr 18 at 2015 2:27 PM

TSgt David L. — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 14:27:20 -0400

If your breathing didn't change why would they say you don't have asthma? Either way if you can breath right you should be happy. Screw the money.

Your rating is never "locked in". They can change it any time the need arises. If you appeal a rating or submit for something new they can change the rating up, or down, as they see fit. The only time that a rating is not challenged is if you get the rare "Total and permanent" designation. Hope this helps.