The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and other disabilities render him in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting SMC based on the need for aid and attendance. However, he does not meet the criteria for housebound status.
The deciding factor: PTSD with memory/concentration deficiencies and anxiety problems renders the Veteran helpless as to needing regular aid and attendance.
- Claimed conditions
- posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), coronary artery disease, residuals of cold injuries to the lower extremities, residuals of cold injuries to the upper extremities, tinnitus, hypertension
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- December 7, 2010
- Citation
- 1045782
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What this means for you
A grant means the Board agreed the veteran was entitled to the benefit. Decisions like this show the kind of evidence and arguments that tend to succeed for claims like it.
What you can do next
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder and PTSD. The Veteran will be asked to provide additional medical records and undergo a VA examination.
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