An initial compensable rating for hemorrhoids was denied. Prior to December 14, 2020 and from May 2, 2022, an initial higher than 30 percent rating for a headache disorder was denied. From December 14, 2020 through May 1, 2022, a 50 percent rating for a headache disorder was granted.,The Veteran's headaches were rated at 30 percent prior to December 14, 2020 and from May 2, 2022. From December 14, 2020 through May 1, 2022, the Veteran received a 50 percent rating for his headaches.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's headaches manifested in very frequent completely prostrating and prolonged attacks productive of severe economic inadaptability from December 14, 2020 through May 1, 2022.
- Claimed conditions
- Hemorrhoids, Headache disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- July 27, 2023
- Citation
- 23041259
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- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal for an increased evaluation of his hemorrhoids, so the case is dismissed.
- Denied
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- Granted
The Veteran's left ankle disability and headache disorder secondary to PTSD with alcohol use disorder have been granted increased ratings, effective September 16, 2018.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's headache disorder is remanded for further examination and opinion to determine if it is related to service.
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