The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, particularly his diabetes and stroke residuals, result in significant functional impairment that necessitates the need for regular aid and assistance from another person. The Board has granted special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The Veteran’s service-connected conditions have resulted in severe symptoms affecting his ability to ambulate, manipulate objects with his hands, and perform daily activities independently.
- Claimed conditions
- diabetes mellitus, type II, peripheral neuropathy of the left leg, peripheral neuropathy of the left arm, impairment of sphincter control, glaucoma of the left eye, peripheral neuropathy of the right leg, residuals of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA – stroke), residuals of a fracture of the right L4 transverse process and coccyx
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- July 17, 2019
- Citation
- 19155353
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What this means for you
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