Granted
The Veteran's service connection for migraine headaches and PTSD was granted, along with special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The evidence submitted after the initial denial established a link between the Veteran's headaches and his in-service head injury, as well as severe symptoms of PTSD that warrant a total rating.
- Claimed conditions
- migraine headaches, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), service-connected disabilities
- How they argued it
- Reopened with new and material evidence
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- October 29, 2025
- Citation
- A25094010
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