The veteran was granted service connection for post concussive syndrome and a seizure disorder, with the rating of 70 percent for post concussive syndrome effective from September 28, 2000. The initial ratings for post concussive syndrome were increased to 50 percent since December 9, 1989, and for seizure disorder to 20 percent since September 28, 2000.,The veteran's gastrointestinal disorder claim was denied.
The deciding factor: Service connection was granted for post concussive syndrome with a rating of 70 percent effective from September 28, 2000. The initial ratings were increased to 50 percent since December 9, 1989, and to 20 percent since September 28, 2000.
- Claimed conditions
- gastrointestinal disorder, post concussive syndrome, seizure disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 5, 2007
- Citation
- 0703667
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for mental depression/anxiety, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and gastrointestinal disorder are remanded due to the need for VA examinations and an adequate medical opinion.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeals for service connection on the issues of esophageal condition, right foot condition, headaches, seizure disorder, traumatic brain injury, and hypertension have been dismissed due to withdrawal by the Veteran during a Board hearing. The claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder is remanded.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate VA examination, and a new medical opinion is needed regarding whether the Veteran's gastrointestinal or esophageal disability was caused or aggravated by service or any related conditions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for service connection for residuals of a traumatic brain injury, seizure disorder, photophobia, and headaches are being remanded due to the need to obtain Social Security Administration records.
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