Scars decisions — 2020

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his left eye glaucoma and chorioretinal scar is remanded due to the need for updated medical records and an examination. Additionally, the earlier effective date claim related to the August 2010 rating decision is improper.

The Veteran's service-connected neck disability, back disability, and right and left upper extremity disabilities are being remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection on all issues except left upper extremity neurological disability and left elbow scar have been withdrawn. The remaining issues are being remanded for further examination and evaluation.

The Veteran's hearing loss and left shoulder scar disabilities have worsened since the last examinations, necessitating further evaluations to determine appropriate disability ratings.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD have been reopened. The initial disability rating for painful scar residual of shrapnel fragment wound, claimed as SFW, right leg is denied. The initial compensable rating for left popliteal fossa scar residual of shrapnel fragment wound, claimed as SFW, right leg is also denied.

The Veteran's TBI claim was denied as there were no subjective symptoms or physical findings to warrant a compensable rating.,The Veteran's scar of the scalp claim was denied because it did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 7800.,The Veteran's scar of the lower left leg claim was denied due to lack of evidence supporting a compensable rating.