The Veteran's ratings for migraine headaches and TBI residuals were restored to their original levels, effective November 1, 2018.,A rating in excess of 40 percent for TBI residuals is remanded due to the need for a new examination.
The deciding factor: The RO's reductions of the Veteran's migraine headaches and TBI residuals ratings were found to be void ab initio, and the original ratings are restored.,A new examination is needed to determine if the Veteran's PTSD symptoms are separate from his TBI residuals.
- Claimed conditions
- Migraine Headaches, Residuals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- March 31, 2023
- Citation
- 23020060
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- Granted
The Veteran's 50% disability rating for migraine headaches was restored as the evidence did not show actual improvement in his ability to function under ordinary conditions of life and work.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development, including obtaining records from the Lancaster Vet Center and private mental health professionals.
- Granted
The Veteran's migraine headaches are rated at a 50 percent rating, effective December 3, 2021, due to frequent and severe attacks that significantly impact his ability to work.
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected PTSD alone is sufficient to grant a TDIU, and his other service-connected disabilities are at least 60% combined. The Veteran also meets the criteria for SMC based on housebound status.
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