Veterans Medical Advocate

Why Use Veterans Medical Advisor

1. Veterans Independent Medical Evaluation (IME) that meet VA-specific guidelines.

Dr. Moss will analyze your medical record and prepare a written statement presenting all medically sound evidence that can help ensure a positive decision.

Dr. Moss is able to make a medical nexus for VA types of PTSD veteran disability/benefit claims that relate to traumatic brain injury (TBI/head trauma/tumors) that are known to cause PTSD and associated VA medical disabilities.

While Dr. Moss will not present anything that is not true, he can and will use the right language and procedures to build the facts in a professional way. (VA doctors rarely do this for a veteran.) Your IME will present solid evidence of your level of disability, as supported by your medical record and substantiated, as he deems necessary, in light of relevant medical research, protocol, and expected standard of care.

Note: Dr. Moss evaluates PTSD and other psychiatric disorders and may be available to help in the claims process for clients who suffer from most medical conditions if, and only if, the client already has a diagnosis of the exact disorder.

2. Assistance in obtaining medical records.

If needed, Dr. Moss will help you obtain your military service, VA, and civilian medical records. Important: Once you obtain your medical records, send only COPIES to Dr. Moss. On completion of the IME, all paper records will be destroyed promptly for the protection and privacy of each patient’s personal information.

3. High success rate in helping veterans get a positive decision.

Often, veterans say the VA Compensation and Pension system is stacked against them. For instance, a common complaint is that C&P examiners do not have time to review medical records properly or do a thorough exam.

Veterans need someone who knows the system. With a thorough independent medical evaluation, some veterans can avoid delays caused by incomplete or inaccurate C & P exams, as well as avoid any need for legal representation.

Dr. Moss is both a board certified expert in traumatic stress and a former VA employee. His 20 years’ experience as a clinical psychotherapist, and his VA background adds credibility for each IME he painstakingly prepares.

With two decades of experience, Dr. Moss knows what evidence the VA or the Social Security Administration must have to rule in your favor. He specializes in presenting your medical evidence to meet the requirements for filing claims or appeals with the Department of Veterans Affairs and other disability programs.
As a disabled combat veteran himself, Dr. Moss understands the medical and administrative needs of fellow veterans. He works closely with the veteran, their family, and close friends. Dr. Moss also works closely with veterans service organizations and lawyers who represent veterans. He will be glad to work with anyone who is representing you.

A well-prepared statement could make the difference between receiving a positive rating decision and being declined. He is highly successful with claims assistance, which has yielded crucial medical benefits such as, access to hospital care, medications, and significant retroactive monetary awards (back pay). As a veteran who served your country with honor, you deserve the most accurate and fair decision possible.

4. Referrals, if needed.

If you need assistance outside the parameters of Dr. Moss’ medical and administrative advice, he will gladly refer you to veterans service organizations, or others who can help you. Please send a detailed e-mail to Dr. Moss, if you think you need further assistance.

Note: Remember, Dr. Moss is a busy psychotherapist and clinician so please be persistent in contacting him. He is willing to help veterans, but be aware that time with him is precious. Do all you can to preserve and make maximum use of the time he can give to your case.

Procedures

  • The following procedures are used by Dr. Moss to perform the IME.
  • Patient sends in a consultation request, providing a brief medical history and the patient’s expectations for the claim.Dr. Moss reviews your information and contacts you to let you know whether he can help.
  • Moss further discusses the IME with you and decides his fee, which will be based on how involved he will need to be in your claim or appeal.
  • After mutual agreement to proceed, patient sends a copy of military and civilian medical records and payment in full to Dr. Moss.

IMPORTANT: Patients should send medical documents by a mail service that tracks and confirms delivery by return receipt. Because of his demanding workload, Dr. Moss is unable to stop and notify each patient when he receives the medical file. Please do not send originals, as paper documents are shredded after the IME is complete.

  • Moss receives your IME fee and medical record, and then starts the case as soon as funds are cleared.
  • Moss reviews your file, then (if necessary) researches medical facts about your condition, as well as searches medical articles for up-to-date support information.
  • Moss types and signs the IME.
  • IME is mailed direct to you.
  • You send the complete IME, by certified mail, to the agency working your claim.
  • From the time Dr. Moss receives your complete medical record and full payment of the IME fee, the medical evaluation and written opinion is usually completed in about four weeks.

Note: A patient letter explaining current symptoms—and a spouse letter (if applicable) and buddy letters can help Dr. Moss evaluate and support your claim. Again, Dr. Moss is unable to return or store medical records or supplemental documents. For your protection and privacy, all paper documents are destroyed.

Contact Us

You may contact Dr. Moss by either of the options below. Usually, e-mail is the most efficient and quickest for first contact. If you are interested in having Dr. Moss prepare a medical evaluation, please email Dr. Moss  requesting a consult with the information below. You should also look over the New Patient Information.

Brief description of your current problems and the status of your claim:

1. Explain any clinical urgency or VA deadlines or hearings:
2. When did you serve?
3. When were you discharged?
4. What diagnosis has been given for your disability?
5. How far back does your claim(s) go?
6. What rating do you have now (if any)?
7. What rating are you hoping to get for each claim?
8. Do you have your medical records? military and civilian?
9. Do you have your rating decisions and C & P exam reports?
10. Are you working now?