The Veteran's initial 50% rating for migraine headaches is granted, and an increased 30% rating for right knee limitation of flexion from December 8, 2017 is also granted. Initial ratings of 40% and 20% are assigned for radiculopathy of the right lower extremity and left lower extremity respectively.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's migraines cause very frequent completely prostrating and prolonged attacks which are productive of severe economic inadaptability, meeting the criteria for a 50% rating under Diagnostic Code 8100. The right knee limitation of flexion is rated at 30%, with moderate instability noted during flare-ups or repetitive use. Radiculopathy ratings are assigned based on the severity of nerve compression symptoms.
- Claimed conditions
- Migraines, Right Knee Limitation of Flexion, Radiculopathy of Right Lower Extremity, Radiculopathy of Left Lower Extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- May 17, 2024
- Citation
- A24026290
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