Partly granted
The Veteran's major depressive disorder (MDD) was granted a rating of 70 percent from November 19, 2008, but an increased rating in excess of 70 percent was denied. The Veteran also received an effective date of November 19, 2008, for TDIU and DEA.
The deciding factor: The severity, frequency, and duration of the Veteran's symptoms caused occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, but did not result in total occupational and social impairment as required for a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- February 6, 2025
- Citation
- A25010961
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