The Veteran's service-connected conversion disorder with bilateral lower extremity paralysis renders him in need of the regular aid and attendance of another person, warranting special monthly compensation based on this need.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's bilateral lower extremity paralysis is due to his service-connected conversion disorder, which renders him helpless as he requires daily personal health care services from a skilled provider.
- Claimed conditions
- Conversion Disorder, Dysthymia, Pain Disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- September 12, 2012
- Citation
- 1231243
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