The Veteran's claim for proteinuria was denied, while his PTSD claim resulted in a higher rating to 50%. The decision is mixed as it addresses both issues.
The deciding factor: PTSD was found to meet the criteria for a 50% evaluation based on occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity. Proteinuria did not have evidence of a current disability related to service.
- Claimed conditions
- proteinuria, cardiovascular disease (claimed as ischemic heart disease)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- July 19, 2012
- Citation
- 1225034
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What this means for you
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