The Board denied increased ratings for PTSD, non-allergic rhinitis, and right shoulder strain, as the evidence did not support a higher level of impairment than currently rated.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms more closely approximated those associated with a 70 percent rating for PTSD, a 10 percent rating for non-allergic rhinitis, and a 20 percent rating for right shoulder strain. The evidence did not support the level of impairment required for higher ratings.

Claimed conditions

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Non-allergic Rhinitis, Right Shoulder Strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

October 20, 2025

Citation

A25090021

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