The Board has granted an increased rating to 60 percent for the veteran's hypothyroidism, finding that it more nearly approximates the criteria for a 60 percent rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed symptoms of weight gain and mental sluggishness from hypothyroidism, which are consistent with a 60 percent rating under Code 7903. The veteran did not meet all criteria for a 100 percent rating (muscle weakness, cardiovascular involvement), but the Board found that his condition more nearly approximated the 60 percent level.
- Claimed conditions
- hypothyroidism
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- July 8, 2002
- Citation
- 0208830
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