The Board denied an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for TBI residuals with headaches as there was no objective evidence on testing of impairment of memory, attention, concentration, or executive functions; impaired judgment; inappropriate social interaction; disorientation; impaired motor activity; impaired visual spatial orientation; subjective symptoms that moderately interfere with function; neurobehavioral effects that at least frequently interfere with interaction; more than occasional inability to communicate or comprehend; or persistently altered stated of consciousness.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's reported symptoms relating to memory, attention, concentration, or executive function were not supported by objective testing and did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 8045.

Claimed conditions

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) residuals with headaches

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

October 30, 2025

Citation

25013508

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