The veteran's claim for an increased rating for tinnitus was denied. The veteran was granted a 30% rating for tension headaches and a 10% rating for irritable bowel syndrome with gastroesophageal reflux disease. Other claims were remanded.

The deciding factor: The decision is based on the criteria set forth in the Schedule for Rating Disabilities and the evidence of record.

Claimed conditions

tinnitus, tension headaches, irritable bowel syndrome with gastroesophageal reflux disease, cervical strain with degenerative arthritis, lumbosacral strain with degenerative arthritis, acquired psychiatric disability, sleep disability, diagnosed as irregular sleep disorder

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 30, 2025

Citation

A25008414

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