The veteran's hepatitis C was rated at 10 percent since January 2005. The cervical spine disorder is rated as 10 percent disabling, and the right ankle fracture is rated as 20 percent disabling on and after June 1, 2005. The PTSD is rated as 50 percent disabling prior to May 24, 2005, and 70 percent disabling thereafter.
The deciding factor: The veteran's hepatitis C was found to be mildly symptomatic since January 2005, warranting a 10 percent rating. The cervical spine disorder is rated as moderate with mild limitation of motion, resulting in a 10 percent evaluation. The right ankle fracture resulted in incapacitating episodes and pain, leading to a 20 percent evaluation on and after June 1, 2005. The PTSD was found to have significant impact on occupational functioning, warranting a 70 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Hepatitis B, Porphyria cutanea tarda, Hepatocellular liver disease (secondary to Hepatitis C), Degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine, Right ankle fracture
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- August 28, 2006
- Citation
- 0627070
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