The veteran's adjustment disorder with mixed emotion, anxiety and depression was rated at 30 percent, and the claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was granted.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support an initial disability rating in excess of 30 percent; however, the veteran's service-connected back disability suggested he might be unable to obtain or retain gainful employment, warranting referral for TDIU consideration.
- Claimed conditions
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotion, Anxiety and Depression, Lumbar Strain with Secondary Back Myositis, Degenerative Osteoarthritis of the Spine, and Left L4-L5 Radiculopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- April 1, 2008
- Citation
- 0810761
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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