The Veteran's reactive airway disease was granted a rating of 30 percent from November 29, 2006 to May 17, 2013. His diabetes mellitus type II and gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) were each rated at their maximum allowable ratings. The Veteran's left orchialgia was granted a noncompensable rating, while his erectile dysfunction remained noncompensable.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's reactive airway disease met the criteria for a 30 percent evaluation from November 29, 2006 to May 17, 2013. His diabetes mellitus type II and GERD were rated at their maximum allowable ratings due to their severity.
- Claimed conditions
- Reactive airway disease, Diabetes mellitus type II, Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), Left orchialgia, Erectile dysfunction
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- December 8, 2014
- Citation
- 1453995
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