Denied
The Board denied an earlier effective date for the grant of special monthly compensation benefits (SMC) based on aid and attendance, finding that it was not factually ascertainable that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities resulted in his needing the aid and attendance of another person prior to November 24, 2020.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show a factual need for regular aid and attendance due to the Veteran's service-connected disabilities prior to November 24, 2020.
- Claimed conditions
- Not specified in this decision
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 25, 2025
- Citation
- A25027681
What this means for you
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