The Board denied the veteran's claims for earlier effective dates and initial compensable ratings, finding that the evidence did not support an earlier date of entitlement or a higher rating.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the lack of medical evidence supporting service connection prior to August 10, 2022, and the failure to meet the criteria for a compensable rating at any point during the appeal period.

Claimed conditions

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic rhinitis, plaque psoriasis

How they argued it

Presumptive (no nexus needed)

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

February 27, 2025

Citation

A25017962

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