The Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder is linked to his high blood pressure, which has been granted a disability rating of 10 percent.,The Veteran's right hand burn scars are painful and cover an area less than 929 square centimeters, qualifying for a 10 percent disability rating.
The deciding factor: Major depressive disorder is linked to the high blood pressure, which was established through medical records showing treatment for both conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- Burn scar, left hand, Burn scar, right hand, High blood pressure, Erectile dysfunction, Residuals of right knee injury
- How they argued it
- Secondary to another service-connected condition
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- June 4, 2024
- Citation
- A24028928
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