[em2vn]

This is the same stunt that the V.A. used early on with returning vets from Vietnam.
Once again “W”s colors and his true feelings about vets are being exposed.

[Justa]

Not so. The VA is still liable for "pre-existing" conditions if it can be shown military service caused a deterioration of the condition. In this case I think that is a safe assumption as the military obviously thought they were well enough to join in the first place. Many Vets have filed and received compensation for pre-existing conditions this way.

I think it's a cost-saving issue by the Army. The VA will support them as well as a bunch of military Vet groups. DAV is one resource among many.