Best Leah Bucholz Podcasts (2024)

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Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & Obesity as an Intermediate Step in Veterans Disability 8:39

4d ago8:39

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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OSA Secondary to Sinusitis in VA Disability | All You Need To Know 6:56

10d ago6:56

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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What to Expect in a C&P Exam for Heart Conditions | VA Disability 11:28

11d ago11:28

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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ACL Tear and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 5:58

18d ago5:58

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Camp Lejeune Water contamination and VA Disability | All You Need To Know 6:11

19d ago6:11

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Unemployability and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 7:42

25d ago7:42

7:42

Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Kidney Disease and Anti-inflammatory use in Veterans Disability 6:46

26d ago6:46

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea secondary to TMJ in Veterans Disability 7:18

1M ago7:18

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Ulcerative Colitis and Veterans Disability 6:10

1M ago6:10

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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What happens in a Veterans Disability C&P exam for Hiatal Hernia? 11:13

1M ago11:13

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Top 5 conditions Related to Tinnitus in Veterans Disability 9:34

1M ago9:34

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Gastroesophageal Reflux in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 6:14

2M ago6:14

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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of …

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VA Appeals to the Board Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 8:27

2M ago8:27

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Garren, an accredited claims agent and CEO of AVET Appeals explains the process of appealing to the Board of Veterans Appeals for VA disability claims. The discussion between Leah and Garren highlights various options available to veterans during the appeal process, such as selecting a decision review lane and the possibility of requesting a hearin…

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VA Supplemental Claims Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 8:27

2M ago8:27

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Garen, an accredited claims agent, explains the benefits of the Appeals Modernization Act of 2019, particularly regarding supplemental claims, which can contest decisions made years ago. He emphasizes the necessity of submitting new and relevant evidence to support these claims. Garen and Leah also discuss the weight given to different types of evi…

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VA Higher Level Reviews Explained by an Accredited Claims Agent 10:58

2M ago10:58

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Leah and Garren Cone, an accredited claims agent and legal advocate for veterans, discuss the appeals process for veterans who receive unfavourable decisions from the VA. Garren explains his role in assisting veterans with appeals, emphasizing the importance of the Appeals Modernization Act (AMA) and the different options available under it. He out…

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Bruxism and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 7:10

2M ago7:10

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Leah explains the difference between bruxism and TMJ, highlighting that while TMJ involves the jaw joint, bruxism is about teeth grinding, which can occur consciously or unconsciously, and may be linked to stress or previous oral trauma. She shares her personal experience with both conditions and discusses treatments, which can involve primary care…

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Fibromyalgia Secondary to PTSD in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 5:53

2M ago5:53

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Leah from Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting, a U.S. Army veteran and physician assistant, focuses on the relationship between fibromyalgia and mental health conditions like PTSD in the context of VA disability. Leah, addressing requests from veterans, explains that fibromyalgia, characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and emotional distress, a…

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What to Expect in a Hypertension C&P Exam | VA Disability 11:15

2M ago11:15

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Leah a former US Army physician assistant and compensation and pension (C&P) examiner, provides insights into the C&P exam for hypertension, often known as high blood pressure. She clarifies that hypertension is defined as having a sustained systolic pressure of 140 or above, or a diastolic pressure over 90, and discusses prehypertension levels. Le…

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Hearing Loss and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 8:25

2M ago8:25

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Hearing Loss and Veterans' Disability. Leah discusses the relationship between military service and hearing loss as it pertains to VA disability claims. She explains her expertise as a certified occupational hearing conservationist, which involves interpreting hearing loss data…

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What is the AVET Project ? (American Veterans Empowerment Team) 10:17

3M ago10:17

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz interviewing Kim and Garren Cone from the AVET Project What is the AVET Project? (American Veterans Empowerment Team). Leah is interviewing Kim and Garren Cone from the AVET Project. This non-profit organization assists veterans, particularly in understanding VA benefits and providing emotiona…

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What to Expect in a PTSD C&P Exam | VA Disability 17:12

2M ago17:12

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a PTSD C&P Exam. Leah provides insight into what veterans can expect during a VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam for PTSD. Leah emphasizes the importance of being honest and prepared for the exam, which includes filling out a Disability Benefit Questionnaire (DB…

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Paratroopers and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 6:04

3M ago6:04

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Paratroopers and Veteran's Disability. Leah is discussing the intersection of paratrooper activities and VA (Veterans Affairs) disability. She focuses on the specific injury patterns associated with paratrooper duties and the impact these have on VA disability claims. Leah shar…

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The Benefits of Psychedelics on PTSD | Ben "Doc" Askins Interview 37:41

3M ago37:41

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about The Benefits of Psychedelics on PTSD | Ben "Doc" Askins Interview. Leah and former PA Ben "Doc" Askins discuss the integration of psychedelic medicine within veteran healthcare. Ben shares his journey from being a combat medic and National Guard member to pursuing a career in m…

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Atrial Fibrillation and PTSD in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 5:45

3M ago5:45

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses how veterans can be service-connected for AFib, emphasizing the necessity of a current diagnosis and a nexus linking the condition to an in-service event or another disability. She highlights that AFib can be direct…

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What to Expect in a Low Back Pain C&P Exam | VA Disability 15:36

3M ago15:36

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Low Back Pain C&P Exam. Leah discusses what to expect during a lumbar spine or low back pain C&P (Compensation and Pension) exam for VA disability. After filing a claim for a low back condition, veterans receive a packet detailing their examination details. At the…

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Can you get VA Disability for Jet Fuel Exposure? | VA Disability 6:32

3M ago6:32

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses to Obtaining VA Disability for Jet Fuel Exposure is possible. Leah, explains the connection between jet fuel exposure and potential VA disability claims for veterans. She clarifies that while jet fuel exposure is not a disability, the medical conditions resulting from it can be. Vari…

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Multiple Sclerosis and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 8:39

3M ago8:39

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Veterans Affairs (VA) disability. She explains that MS, an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, can be linked to service-related factors, including exposure or sympto…

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11B Infantryman and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 9:25

4M ago9:25

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about 11B Infantryman and Veterans Disability. Leah discusses the specific occupational challenges and long-term physical impacts faced by 11B Infantrymen in the U.S. Army. She explains how the MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) Smart Book outlines the physical and skill requireme…

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Top 5 Secondary Conditions to PTSD | VA Disability 8:52

4M ago8:52

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses common conditions linked to PTSD in veterans. She outlines five key secondary conditions: headaches (including migraines and tension headaches), sexual dysfunction disorders (often related to PTSD treatments like SS…

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What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam 8:42

4M ago8:42

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah discusses the Temporal Mandibular Joint Disorder (TMJD), a condition many veterans suffer from, and its relationship with VA disability. TMJD can be related to service either primarily (diagnosed during service and persistent…

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Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 7:46

4M ago7:46

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Insomnia and Tinnitus in Veterans' Disability. Leah provides an overview of how insomnia and tinnitus are considered in the context of VA disability. She explains that insomnia, defined by the DSM-5, is a mental health condition rated according to the schedule of mental health …

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What to Expect in a Knee Pain C&P Exam | VA Disability 16:37

4M ago16:37

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What happens in a C&P examination for Knee pain. Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Knee Pain C&P Exam. Leah offers an in-depth guide for veterans undergoing a Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam for knee pain. As a US Army veteran, …

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What to Expect in a Hypothyroidism C&P Exam | VA Disability 11:41

4M ago11:41

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Hypothyroidism C&P Exam. Leah explains hypothyroidism and its relevance to VA disability evaluations. Hypothyroidism, often autoimmune (Hashimoto's thyroiditis), is characterized by an underactive thyroid, leading to symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, muscle weak…

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What to Expect in a Fibromyalgia C&P Exam | VA Disability 12:08

5M ago12:08

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a Fibromyalgia C&P Exam. Leah explains the process and what to expect in a C&P exam for fibromyalgia. She describes fibromyalgia as a chronic pain syndrome characterized by sleep disturbances, fatigue, headache, and other symptoms, affecting mainly middle-aged femal…

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What to Expect in a Scars C&P Exam | VA Disability 12:42

5M ago12:42

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What to Expect in a TMJ Veterans Disability C&P Exam. Leah provides an informative guide for veterans about the Compensation and Pension (C&P) exam specifically related to scars. She explains that veterans can get service-connected for scars either on a primary basis (directly incurr…

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What is the difference between a Nexus letter and an IMO in VA disability? 0:49

5M ago0:49

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses What is the difference between a Nexus letter and an IMO in VA disability. Leah explains the terminologies used in the context of VA disability claims. The term "Nexus letter" is commonly known among veterans and is considered slang for "Independent Medical Opinion" (IMO). The presen…

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Ménière's Disease and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 6:10

5M ago6:10

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Ménière's Disease and Veterans' Disability. Leah discusses Ménière's disease in the context of VA disability compensation. She explains that many service members and veterans suffer from Ménière's disease, an inner ear disorder causing vertigo, dizziness, disorientation, hearin…

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Plantar Fasciitis and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 8:17

5M ago8:17

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Plantar Fasciitis and VA disability compensation. Leah discusses plantar fasciitis in the context of VA disability. She highlights that many veterans suffer from this condition, often linked to their service, either as a primary issue diagnosed during service or secondary to other se…

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Hemorrhoids and IBS in Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 6:27

5M ago6:27

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discuss about Hemorrhoids and IBS in Veteran's Disabilities. Leah explains the connection between hemorrhoids, IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), constipation, and veterans' VA disability claims. She clarifies that hemorrhoids, defined by the Cleveland Clinic as swollen veins in the anus and rect…

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Hiatal Hernia and Weight Gain in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 8:17

5M ago8:17

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Hiatal Hernia and Weight Gain in Veterans' Disability. Leah explains the relationship between hiatal hernia, obesity, and VA disability ratings for veterans. She describes a hiatal hernia as a condition where the upper stomach bulges through the diaphragm into the chest cavity, often…

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How can Medical Consultants Boost Your IBS Rating by 30% ? | VA Disability 5:05

5M ago5:05

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses How can Medical Consultants Boost Your IBS Rating by 30%. Leah explains the intricacies of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in the context of VA disability ratings. She clarifies that IBS, a functional gastrointestinal disorder, often requires a diagnosis of exclusion, and mentions the…

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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and VA Disability | All You Need To Know 6:42

5M ago6:42

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and VA Disability. Leah discusses the implications of herpes simplex virus (HSV) with VA disability. She explains that herpes, a common and transmittable disease, can be service-connected if it is shown to be related to military service. Veterans may …

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HIV in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 9:26

6M ago9:26

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses HIV in Veterans Disability. Leah B. explores how HIV can be a service-connected disability for veterans. She highlights the VA's role as the largest provider of HIV care in the U.S., serving over 30,000 veterans, and emphasizes the prevalence of HIV among veterans, reservists, and ac…

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50% For Sleep Apnea in VA Disability 5:34

6M ago5:34

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about 50% For Sleep Apnea in VA Disability. Leah discusses VA disability ratings for sleep apnea, with a focus on the 50% rating. Although ratings may change and there's been talk of alterations recently, at the time of the video, the ratings have remained stable. Sleep apnea can be …

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Femoroacetebular Impingement Syndrome and Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 6:46

6M ago6:46

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Plantar Fasciitis and VA disability compensation. Leah discusses VA disability ratings for sleep apnea, with a focus on the 50% rating. Although ratings may change and there's been talk of alterations recently, at the time of the video, the ratings have remained stable. Sleep apnea c…

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Frozen Shoulder Syndrome and Veterans Disability | All you Need to Know 7:09

6M ago7:09

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Frozen Shoulder Syndrome and Veterans' Disability. Leah discusses VA disability ratings for sleep apnea, with a focus on the 50% rating. Although ratings may change and there's been talk of alterations recently, at the time of the video, the ratings have remained stable. Sleep apnea …

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Radiculopathy in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 8:11

6M ago8:11

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Radiculopathy in Veterans' Disability. Leah explains radiculopathy and its relevance to VA disability. She describes radiculopathy as a condition characterized by numbness, pain, and tingling in extremities, which can arise from various levels of the spine, including cervical, thorac…

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Gout and Hypertension in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 6:59

6M ago6:59

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses Gout and Hypertension in Veterans' Disability. Leah discusses the connection between gout and hypertension, particularly in the context of veterans' disability claims. Gout, an inflammatory arthritis caused by hyperuricemia (excess uric acid in the body), often presents as painful fl…

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Hip Pain Secondary to Knee Injuries in Veterans Disability | All You Need To Know 7:11

6M ago7:11

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Hip Pain Secondary to Knee Injuries in Veterans Disability. Leah discusses the connection between hip pain and knee injuries in the context of VA disability. She emphasizes that hip pain can be service-connected either directly (due to an injury sustained while on active duty) …

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Gout and VA Disability | All You Need To Know 7:20

6M ago7:20

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Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses about Gout and VA Disability. Leah discusses gout and its relevance to VA disability. She explains that many veterans suffer from gout, which is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the big toe joint. Leah highlights that gout is primarily caused by high levels…

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