The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for night sweats prior to February 24, 2020, was denied as the symptoms did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating. Since February 24, 2020, the Veteran's night sweats have been characterized by weakness and fatigue but no other specific symptoms warranting higher ratings.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's night sweats were not accompanied by specific symptoms such as decreased appetite, weight loss, abdominal discomfort, weakness, inability to concentrate, or irritability required for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 6313.
- Claimed conditions
- Night sweats
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 12, 2020
- Citation
- 20072679
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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