Partly granted
The Board denied an initial rating higher than 10 percent for coronary artery disease and remanded several issues, but granted special monthly compensation at the intermediate rate effective February 24, 2014.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's CAD did not meet the criteria for a higher rating due to the lack of specific symptoms or test results indicating a more severe condition. The need for regular aid and attendance was established based on his service-connected disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- coronary artery disease (CAD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Parkinson's disease, degenerative arthritis of the bilateral hips, low back disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 31, 2025
- Citation
- 25004261
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