The Veteran's bilateral below knee amputation and right lower extremity hemiparesis were rated at 100% effective December 31, 2019. The Veteran also received SMC based on a higher level of aid and attendance effective December 31, 2019.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's anatomical loss of both feet and right lower extremity hemiparesis met the criteria for a 100% rating from December 31, 2019. The need for higher level aid and attendance was established as of that date due to his condition.
- Claimed conditions
- Bilateral below knee amputation, Right lower extremity hemiparesis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- July 9, 2024
- Citation
- A24036488
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