Partly granted
The Board granted earlier effective dates for increased ratings and service connection for several conditions, including UPPP residuals, PTSD with MDD and AUD, and scars. However, it remanded issues related to cervical and lumbosacral strains.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the Veteran's continuous pursuit of claims and the criteria for entitlement being met.
- Claimed conditions
- uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) residuals with nasal regurgitation, painful scar remaining soft palate post UPPP residual, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depressive disorder (MDD), alcohol use disorder (AUD), cervical strain with intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS), lumbosacral strain with IVDS
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 14, 2025
- Citation
- A25003172
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