Scars Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including bilateral pes planus, depressive disorder associated with bilateral pes planus, radiculopathy of the right lower extremity, and a scar of the left foot associated with pes planus, have rendered him unemployable. The Board granted TDIU based on these conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have not prevented him from obtaining and maintaining substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to engage and retain substantially gainful employment, thus the claim for TDIU is denied.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's residuals of breast reduction surgery and painful scars under each breast, finding that these conditions are proximately due to her service-connected lumbosacral strain.

The Veteran's appeal of the rating assigned for his service-connected right ankle disability is being remanded to ensure due process as additional evidence has been developed.,The Veteran's appeal of the rating assigned for his service-connected left knee disability is also being remanded to ensure due process as additional evidence has been developed.

The Board has found that further development is necessary before the Board can properly adjudicate the claims, including obtaining outstanding treatment records and scheduling VA examinations for the Veteran's disabilities.

The Veteran's scar, under his left eyebrow, was granted a 10 percent disability rating. His chronic headache condition and shoulder injuries were also granted service connection. The Veteran's left foot arthritis was also granted service connection.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not preclude him from engaging in gainful employment consistent with his education and experience, thus denying a TDIU.

The Board has determined that further development is necessary before the Veteran's claim can be adjudicated, including obtaining addendum opinions regarding whether his loss of teeth and forehead scar were caused by VA carelessness or negligence in prescribing Xarelto, Warfarin, and/or Pradaxa. The Board also needs to determine if his episodes of syncope were proximately due to or aggravated by service-connected COPD.

The Veteran's initial evaluation for residual scars, status post ACL-MCL repair of the left knee is granted at a 20 percent rating for the entire appeal period.

The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy is rated at 40 percent prior to October 7, 2020, and at 60 percent thereafter. The facial scar is rated at 10 percent. TDIU is granted effective December 15, 2015.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma with scarring due to inadequate medical opinions in the previous decision. The VA is required to obtain a new opinion addressing the etiology of these conditions, specifically whether they are proximately due to or the result of long-term immunosuppressive therapy used to treat Crohn's disease, any incremental increase in disability from this therapy, and exposure to ultraviolet light while on active service.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, heart disability, left knee pain, and migraines, have prevented him from obtaining and maintaining substantial gainful employment since November 11, 2005. A temporary total rating for convalescence associated with a right shoulder condition is denied, but a TDIU is granted effective November 11, 2005.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unemployable due to their collective impact, as he can still perform the physical and mental acts required by most jobs.

The Veteran's disability rating for her service-connected residual scar from bilateral ovarian cyst removal is being remanded due to inadequate examination and the need for another VA examination.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for insomnia associated with his left inguinal hernia was granted, and the effective date is set at April 9, 2007.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fatigue, gastrointestinal disorder (constipation and irritable colon syndrome), respiratory disorder (pleurisy), and scars of the trunk and extremities were denied. The Board found that these conditions are not related to his military service.

The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed and remands the case for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a VA examination to assess the severity of the left knee disability and scar.

The Veteran's metatarsalgia and painful scars of the feet are not rated higher than their current levels.,The Veteran is denied an initial compensable rating for linear scars of the feet.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.