The veteran's claim for earlier effective date of May 30, 2000 for special monthly pension based on housebound status was granted. The decision also confirmed his entitlement to special monthly pension based on the need for regular aid and attendance as of February 4, 1997.
The deciding factor: The veteran's multiple disabilities met the criteria for SMP at the housebound rate as of the date of his claim in February 4, 1997. He was also found to be in need of regular aid and assistance due to his disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- COPD, Psychiatric disorder, Arthritis of the low back, Multiple joints arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- June 5, 2002
- Citation
- 0205890
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