Sleep apnea secondary to PTSD: Nexus letters for Veterans' VA disability claims - Paperback

by Todd Finnerty (Author)

Dr. Finnerty examines the controversy and science related to VA disability nexus letters for sleep apnea secondary to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological conditions like depression and anxiety. Learn about why nexus letters are sometimes needed in sleep apnea secondary to PTSD disability claims. Dr. Finnerty addresses common reasons why claims are denied and the research supporting a nexus. The book was written both for Veterans interested in researching VA disability benefits for sleep apnea secondary to PTSD and the professionals tasked with helping to determine whether a Veteran's sleep apnea is secondary to PTSD. It is a VA disability claim book related to the medical evidence needed in Veterans' disability ratings.

• The book includes a sample nexus letter from Dr. Finnerty for sleep apnea secondary to PTSD with extensive research citations.
• The book includes commentary from Dr. Finnerty about the VA's proposed rule changes related to how sleep apnea is rated.
• A large percentage of denied VA disability claims are later overturned on appeal. The book includes research conducted by Dr. Finnerty to help answer the question "what are my chances?" in relation to having a sleep apnea secondary to PTSD VA disability claim approved even after it has already been denied in the past.