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The veteran's disability rating for migraine headaches was increased to 30% before January 1, 2016, and to 50% from January 1, 2016. The issue of total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was remanded.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the frequency and severity of the veteran's migraine attacks as documented in medical examinations and personal statements.

Claimed conditions
migraine headaches
How they argued it
Direct service connection
Exposure basis
None
Rating assigned
None in this decision
Decision date
January 22, 2025
Citation
25000794

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