The Veteran's migraine headaches are currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum rating available under the applicable diagnostic code. His tinea pedis has not been shown to meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation.
The deciding factor: The Veteran’s current migraines are well-controlled with medication and do not result in very frequent prostrating attacks as required for higher ratings. His tinea pedis is currently asymptomatic and does not require any treatment or medications, thus not meeting the criteria for a compensable rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Migraine Headaches, Tinea Pedis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- June 16, 2010
- Citation
- 1022383
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