The Board denied increased ratings for prostate cancer residuals, upper and trunk scars but granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support higher ratings as the Veteran's symptoms were already adequately compensated by his current ratings. However, the Veteran was found unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his service-connected disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- Prostate cancer residuals (voiding dysfunction), Right upper extremity scar, Left upper extremity scar, Posterior trunk scar, Anterior trunk scars
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 17, 2025
- Citation
- A25035427
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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