The Veteran's loss of balance associated with Parkinson's disease is rated at 30 percent, the maximum available under the applicable diagnostic code.,Residuals of Parkinson's disease manifested as tremor and muscle rigidity in the right upper extremity are rated at 20 percent.,Residuals of Parkinson's disease manifested as tremor and bradykinesia in the left lower extremity are rated at 20 percent.,Stooped posture associated with Parkinson's disease is rated at 20 percent.,Constipation associated with Parkinson's disease is rated at 10 percent.,Depression associated with Parkinson's disease prior to February 13, 2018 is rated at 50 percent.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's conditions were evaluated based on the applicable diagnostic codes and the severity of his symptoms as determined by VA examinations. The maximum schedular rating for loss of balance associated with Parkinson's disease was assigned due to the Veteran's unsteady gait, inability to walk without assistance, and need for a walker or wheelchair.
- Claimed conditions
- Loss of balance associated with Parkinson's disease, Residuals of Parkinson's disease manifested as tremor and muscle rigidity in the right upper extremity, Residuals of Parkinson's disease manifested as tremor and bradykinesia in the left lower extremity, Stooped posture associated with Parkinson's disease, Constipation associated with Parkinson's disease, Depression associated with Parkinson's disease prior to February 13, 2018, Depression associated with Parkinson's disease from February 13, 2018
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- October 20, 2022
- Citation
- 22059126
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