The veteran's increased disability rating for migraines was granted an earlier effective date of January 28, 2022. However, the request for a higher rating beyond 30% and changes to the psychiatric disability rating were denied.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence showing the veteran's migraine condition worsened to a 30% rating level starting from January 28, 2022.

Claimed conditions

migraines, insomnia with depression and substance abuse disorder

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

30%

Decision date

January 28, 2025

Citation

A25007658

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