Granted
The Veteran was granted special monthly compensation (SMC) at the (m) rate based on loss of use of his right arm and right leg, as well as a higher level of SMC at the (n) rate due to an additional 100% service-connected disability.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran had lost the use of his right arm and right leg, which warranted SMC at the (m) rate. Additionally, with the presence of a separate 100% service-connected disability, he was granted an increase to the next highest whole step rate.
- Claimed conditions
- Ischemic stroke residuals, Ischemic heart disease with unstable angina, bradycardia, and implanted pacemaker
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- November 4, 2025
- Citation
- A25095787
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