The Board denied a compensable rating for the linear scar on the left side of the head and headaches, residuals of acoustic neuroma (also claimed as migraines), but remanded claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that the Veteran's linear scar or headaches met the criteria for a compensable rating under applicable diagnostic codes. The Board found no prostrating attacks of migraines productive of severe economic inadaptability. For service connection claims, further development was required to address potential secondary causes related to obesity.
- Claimed conditions
- linear scar on left side of head just superior to ear, residual of surgery, headaches, residuals of acoustic neuroma (also claimed as migraines), diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension (claimed as high blood pressure), obstructive sleep apnea
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 3, 2025
- Citation
- A25048982
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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- Remanded (sent back)
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