Partly granted
The appeal for special monthly compensation (SMC) was dismissed. An initial rating of 60 percent for herpes type II was granted, but higher ratings for FSAD and PTSD were denied.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence available at the time of the June 2023 rating decision and the criteria set forth in the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD), herpes type II, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- January 30, 2025
- Citation
- A25008339
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