The Veteran's bilateral eye disability, including right eye retinal vein occlusion and open angle glaucoma with pseudophakia, is currently rated at 40 percent. The Veteran's entitlement to increased compensation for his eye disabilities has been denied as the evidence does not support a higher rating. Additionally, the Veteran's entitlement to special monthly compensation in excess of SMC(k) rate has also been denied.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations and medical records do not provide objective evidence that supports an increase in the Veteran's disability ratings for his eye conditions or additional compensation beyond what he is already receiving.
- Claimed conditions
- Right eye retinal vein occlusion, Bilateral open angle glaucoma, Pseudophakia (artificial replacement lenses)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- October 15, 2024
- Citation
- A24065804
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