The Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder, including depression, schizophrenia, and cognitive impairment, is rated at 70 percent since the date of separation from service.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner in February 2013 found that the Veteran met the criteria for a 70 percent rating based on his symptoms, which were consistent with those identified by the examiner throughout the course of the appeal.
- Claimed conditions
- major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, cognitive impairment
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- October 2, 2014
- Citation
- 1443958
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What this means for you
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- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for service connection for posttraumatic stress disorder and major depressive disorder has been dismissed as the appellant requested withdrawal of the appeal.
- Granted
The Veteran's schizophrenia is rated at 70 percent, indicating significant impairment in work and social functioning.
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