The Board denied increased ratings for the Veteran's service-connected left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy and left upper extremity muscle weakness, but granted special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show severe incomplete paralysis or functional impairment that would warrant a higher rating; however, it established the need for regular aid and attendance due to service-connected disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Lower Extremity Peripheral Neuropathy with Muscle Weakness (LLE neuropathy), Left Upper Extremity Muscle Weakness, Residual of Status Post Cerebrovascular Accident with Left-Sided Hemiparesis (LUE muscle weakness)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 30, 2025
- Citation
- A25048117
What this means for you
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