The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for migraine headaches was denied. The veteran was granted a higher rating for migraine headaches but denied higher ratings for rhinitis and other conditions. Some issues were remanded for further review.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence of record and the application of VA regulations.

Claimed conditions

migraine headaches, rhinitis, asthma, sinus disorder, low back disability, cervical spine disability, plantar fasciitis, left ankle disability, right ankle disability, left elbow disability, right elbow disability, right shoulder disability, left wrist disability, right wrist disability, left hip disability, left knee disability, bilateral foot disorder, right hip disability, right knee disability, left shoulder disability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 7, 2025

Citation

A25001542

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