The Veteran's depressive disorder, NOS, symptoms more nearly approximated occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas. A 70 percent rating was granted for this condition.
The deciding factor: The Veteran demonstrated significant impairments in his ability to function independently, appropriately, and effectively due to his depressive disorder, resulting in reduced reliability and productivity.
- Claimed conditions
- Depressive Disorder, NOS
- How they argued it
- Reopened with new and material evidence
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- September 19, 2017
- Citation
- 1740765
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