The veteran's service-connected coronary artery disease, status post myocardial infarction is manifested by a history of repeated anginal attacks and more than sedentary labor is not feasible. The veteran was granted an increased rating to 60 percent.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner determined that the veteran had residual findings of congestive heart failure or angina on moderate exertion, warranting a 60% rating under the new criteria for cardiovascular disorders effective January 12, 1998.
- Claimed conditions
- malaria, coronary artery disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- March 4, 2003
- Citation
- 0303716
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