The Board found that the veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD, pre-existed service and was not aggravated by service. The bilateral flat feet and ankle conditions are being remanded for further examination and opinion.
The deciding factor: The examiner will determine if there is clear and unmistakable evidence showing that the veteran's preexisting psychiatric disorder did not worsen during service.
- Claimed conditions
- Acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD), Bilateral flat feet, Left ankle condition, Right ankle condition
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 2, 2008
- Citation
- 0833892
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- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting an effective date of January 8, 2014 for SMC based on the need for aid and attendance.
- Denied
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- Granted
The Veteran's right ankle condition is granted a 10 percent disability rating, and his service-connected headaches are granted as secondary to his TBI.
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