The Veteran's service-connected Meniere's syndrome has been rated at 60 percent since December 29, 2006. The rating is based on the criteria set forth in Diagnostic Code 6205 and reflects hearing impairment with attacks of vertigo occurring from one to four times a month.
The deciding factor: The Veteran experienced attacks of vertigo about one to four times per month, lasting between one to twenty-four hours, which more nearly approximated the criteria for a 60 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 6205.
- Claimed conditions
- Meniere's syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 9, 2016
- Citation
- 1604939
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for Meniere's syndrome, left shoulder disability, left knee disability, and left ankle disability due to a duty-to-assist error in failing to provide VA examinations. The Veteran is presumed to have incurred these disabilities during service.
- Granted
The Veteran's Meniere's syndrome was granted a 100% rating effective March 21, 2024. This decision is based on the appeal of his previous claim for a higher rating.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, as there is insufficient evidence to determine if the Veteran's inner ear symptoms are related to service or any other condition.
- Granted
The Veteran's Meniere's syndrome is rated at 100% disabling, and he has other disabilities rated at 60% or more. Therefore, the Board granted entitlement to a total rating for his Meniere's syndrome with tinnitus.
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