The Veteran's initial rating for residuals of left medial occipital stroke with congruous right upper quadrantanopia and simple headaches was increased to 30 percent. Ratings for right shoulder strain prior to May 7, 2013 and adjustment disorder with anxiety as of July 6, 2020 were denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's conditions did not meet the criteria for higher ratings under applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of left medial occipital stroke with congruous right upper quadrantanopia and simple headaches, Right shoulder strain, Adjustment disorder with anxiety
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- May 25, 2022
- Citation
- 22030836
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Denied
The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based upon individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities (TDIU) as there is no evidence that he is unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected conditions.
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected conditions leave her in need of regular aid and attendance, which is granted for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for right shoulder strain, finding that the Veteran's condition began during his military service and is related to an in-service injury.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's right shoulder strain and migraine headaches are granted. The claim for migraine headaches is remanded due to the need for a VA examination.
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