The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date and higher ratings before August 9, 2021, was denied. A rating of 70% from August 9, 2021, through August 21, 2022, was granted. The veteran was also granted TDIU effective August 9, 2021.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the severity and duration of the veteran's symptoms as documented in medical records.

Claimed conditions

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Cannabis use disorder, Stimulant use disorder, Unspecified depressive disorder to include anxiety

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

70%

Decision date

January 7, 2025

Citation

A25001388

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