The veteran's service-connected PTSD and alcohol dependence are considered, but the primary issue is whether his current evaluation of 50 percent for psychoneurosis should be increased. The veteran's psychiatric condition does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The veteran's PTSD is currently rated as 50 percent disabling due to its significant impact on social and industrial impairment, but there are no additional factors that warrant an increase in his evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), Alcohol Dependence
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- February 24, 2000
- Citation
- 0004754
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