The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including PTSD and lower extremity disabilities associated with Parkinson's disease, have resulted in the need for SMC based on loss of use of both feet and aid and attendance. The rating assigned is 50 percent.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected conditions meet the criteria for SMC due to their impact on his ability to walk and perform daily activities.
- Claimed conditions
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Chronic Constipation associated with Parkinson's disease, Right and left lower extremity impairment associated with Parkinson's disease, Chewing and swallowing impairments, Tinnitus, Bilateral hearing loss, Erectile dysfunction, Partial loss of sense of smell, Automotive movement impairment
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- May 19, 2021
- Citation
- 21030525
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- Granted
The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD is granted as the evidence shows a current diagnosis of PTSD, an in-service stressor, and a medical link between the two.
- Denied
The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 50% since March 23, 2004. The Board found that a higher rating is not warranted prior to February 15, 2005 due to the severity of his symptoms and their impact on his social and occupational functioning.
- Denied
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- Denied
The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that the Veteran's current conditions are not related to his military service.
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