It seems that this is more a visa request/renewal issue as someone reported. Similar to the background check, health certificate, etc. presented to the consulate when applying. With that said, as we all know, I/O's sometimes have their own interpretation. I am flying in on the 19th (obtained OA on
*****
). If questioned, I will with a big smile, explain the consulate in L.A. said no problem and hope that suffices. Ironically, I came back early to get OA so I could GET insurance as it's a requirement to have long stay Visa to get insurance in Thailand (not necessarily, insurance provided by the govt issued link)