The rating for asthma was reduced from 60% to 30%, effective April 1, 2024. A 50% rating is granted for migraine headaches as of May 27, 2021.,Asthma remains at a 60% rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's asthma did not show actual improvement in her ability to function under ordinary conditions of life and work. The evidence supports the need for a higher rating based on the severity of her symptoms, including daily use of inhalers and oral medications.,Migraine headaches have been characterized by frequent completely prostrating and prolonged attacks productive of severe economic adaptability.
- Claimed conditions
- Asthma, Migraine Headaches
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- January 29, 2026
- Citation
- A26008430
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