The Veteran's rating for sleep apnea with asthma was reduced from 60% to 50%, effective July 1, 2020. The reduction is proper as there has been actual improvement in the disability level and ability to function under ordinary conditions of life and work.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed an actual improvement in the Veteran's sleep apnea with asthma since the prior rating was assigned, warranting a reduction from 60% to 50%
- Claimed conditions
- Sleep Apnea with Asthma
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- August 27, 2024
- Citation
- A24050428
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