Partly granted

The veteran's claim for a higher disability rating for PTSD was denied, but they were granted TDIU and SMC benefits from October 24, 2014 to March 11, 2024.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not demonstrate total occupational and social impairment required for a higher rating.

Claimed conditions: posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with major neurocognitive disorder due to vascular disease
How they argued it: Direct service connection
Exposure basis: None
Rating assigned: None in this decision
Decision date: January 22, 2025
Citation: A25005651

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