The veteran's PTSD was rated at 30 percent prior to August 29, 2003. From that date, the rating was increased to 50 percent.,An effective date of August 14, 2001, for a 30 percent evaluation for bilateral hearing loss is granted.,TDIU benefits are granted prior to August 29, 2003.
The deciding factor: The veteran's PTSD was manifested by symptoms such as poor sleep, flashbacks and nightmares. From August 29, 2003, his condition worsened significantly, warranting a higher rating.,Prior to August 14, 2001, the evidence did not show an increase in hearing loss severity. After that date, the veteran's hearing loss disability was found to have worsened and warranted a 30 percent evaluation.,The veteran demonstrated significant difficulties with employment due to his service-connected disabilities prior to August 29, 2003.
- Claimed conditions
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- August 7, 2006
- Citation
- 0623721
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