The Veteran's vasovagal syncope has been evaluated at a 10 percent rating since February 1, 2006. The Board found that the evidence does not support an evaluation in excess of this rating.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence and statements from the Veteran do not demonstrate dizziness or occasional staggering, which are required for a higher 30 percent evaluation under Diagnostic Code 6204.
- Claimed conditions
- vasovagal syncope
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- July 26, 2010
- Citation
- 1027800
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- Remanded (sent back)
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