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[darius]

Will the benefit changes for mild TBI impact soldiers diagnosed with post concussion syndrome? What does the VA say the differences are between the two?

[Wings]

Will the benefit changes for mild TBI impact soldiers diagnosed with post concussion syndrome? What does the VA say the differences are between the two?

Good question! To me, "mild TBI" and "post concussion syndrome" are one and the same animal.

Have you looked up the Diagnostic Codes? You need to read -- 38 CFR Sec. 4.124a Schedule of ratings—neurological conditions and convulsive disorders. See attached. ~Wings

4.124a.txt

[Wings]

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See also

PART 4--SCHEDULE FOR RATING DISABILITIES

http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_04/38cfr4_04.html

and

Index to Disability Examination Worksheets

http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Benefits/exams/index.htm