Partly granted
The veteran's claim for a higher rating for ulcerative colitis was granted at 60%. Claims for service connection for kidney mass, kidney stones, and tremors due to Camp Lejeune contaminated water were denied. Claims for service connection for thoracic strain and neck strain were remanded.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the severity of symptoms and the criteria set by the VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- ulcerative colitis, kidney mass, kidney stones, tremors, thoracic strain, neck strain
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- January 10, 2025
- Citation
- A25002512
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