The Veteran's service-connected neurogenic bladder was initially rated at 30 percent from May 10, 2002 to October 26, 2006. From October 5, 2005 to August 21, 2007, the Veteran received a 40 percent evaluation for this condition. The Veteran's service-connected fecal incontinence was rated at 100 percent effective March 19, 2009.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's neurogenic bladder manifestations were characterized by intermittent self-catheterization and occasional episodes of urinary incontinence prior to October 5, 2005. From that date onward, the Veteran required absorbent materials changed two to three times per day for urine leakage, warranting a 40 percent evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- Neurogenic Bladder, Neurogenic Bowel
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- May 27, 2010
- Citation
- 1019725
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