The veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for his service-connected disabilities were denied. The RO granted service connection and assigned initial ratings, but did not grant the highest possible ratings.
The deciding factor: The VA determined that the veteran's conditions did not warrant higher initial ratings based on the criteria set forth in the rating schedule.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a fracture of C2 with fusion of C2-3 and ankylosis of C6-7, Post-concussion syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- November 10, 2005
- Citation
- 0530134
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