The Veteran's service-connected bronchial asthma is rated at 100% effective March 3, 2021. He also receives SMC for housebound status due to his additional disabilities.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's bronchial asthma was found to meet the criteria for a 100% disability rating under Diagnostic Code 6602 as of March 3, 2021. His persistent depressive disorder independently rated at 70%. SMC for housebound status is granted due to his additional disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- Bronchial asthma, Persistent depressive disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- July 17, 2024
- Citation
- A24038829
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- Granted
The Veteran is granted special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected psychiatric disability and GERD, effective December 30, 2021.
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