The Board denied a rating higher than 30 percent for the Veteran's service-connected hypogammaglobulinemia, finding that his condition is best rated by analogy to agranulocytosis (Diagnostic Code 7702). The evidence showed effective treatment with monthly intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy which reduced infections.
The deciding factor: The Board found the Veteran's hypogammaglobulinemia effectively treated with IVIG, reducing his need for continuous medication and preventing recurrent infections.
- Claimed conditions
- hypogammaglobulinemia
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- November 7, 2023
- Citation
- A23031324
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Remanded (sent back)
The appeal for a higher rating than 30 percent for hypogammaglobulinemia is remanded to obtain an addendum opinion regarding the severity of IVIG transfusions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's initial rating for hypogammaglobulinemia is granted at a 30 percent level. The claim for service connection of migraine headaches is remanded.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claim for hypogammaglobulinemia as there are insufficient records and opinions regarding the etiology of his condition. The AOJ is required to obtain relevant medical records, including those from VA Choice Program providers, and provide an addendum opinion on the issue.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's hypogammaglobulinemia, finding that it is secondary to his service-connected non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
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