Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) decisions — 2023

The Veteran's dermatitis was rated at 10 percent from October 16, 2015 to July 2, 2019.,From July 3, 2019 to September 16, 2019, the rating remained at 10 percent as there was no systemic therapy required.,From September 17, 2019 to November 10, 2021, a 60 percent rating was granted due to constant or near-constant systemic therapy (hydroxyzine for itching).,From November 11, 2021 to February 22, 2023, the rating reverted back to 10 percent as no systemic therapy was required.,Since February 23, 2023, a 30 percent rating has been assigned due to dermatitis covering more than 20 but less than 40 percent of the body.

The Veteran's service connection claims for obstructive sleep apnea, acne (secondary to PFB), migraines, left foot disability, and left shoulder disability have been granted.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for hearing loss and eczema due to potential issues with medical opinions provided in previous VA examinations.

The Veteran's 30 percent rating for PFB and right forehead scar post laceration was reduced to a noncompensable rating in November 2018. The Board found the reduction improper, and reinstated the 30 percent rating effective February 1, 2019.

The Veteran's appeal includes multiple issues related to service connection and increased ratings for various conditions. The claims are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including verification of Reserve service dates and types, obtaining complete medical records, and providing opinions on secondary service connection.

The Veteran's skin condition involving seborrheic dermatitis and tinea versicolor was rated noncompensable prior to August 13, 2018. From that date onwards, the rating for his skin condition has been denied.,Prior to October 29, 2019, the Veteran's service-connected disabilities prevented him from securing or following substantially gainful employment, resulting in a denial of TDIU. However, as of October 29, 2019, his combined disability rating exceeded 100%, making the issue moot.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, heart disability, skin disability (tinea manus), headaches, and vertigo due to inadequate development and failure to provide proper notice regarding fees for obtaining medical records.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and an effective date are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and records.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for left ankle condition and rash due to insufficient evidence regarding their etiology.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a lack of a medical opinion and will provide a new VA examination for pseudofolliculitis barbae.

The Veteran withdrew the appeals regarding initial compensable rating for tinea versicolor posterior of the neck and service connection for tinea versicolor of the chest, right knee, left knee, and back disabilities prior to the Board's decision.

Your appeals for increased ratings and service connection have been dismissed due to the Veteran's death. The Board has no jurisdiction to proceed with these matters as he passed away while your appeal was pending.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for chloracne was denied as there is no evidence of active or residual symptoms of the condition during the appeal period.

The Veteran's effective date for adding his spouse M. to his VA disability compensation is granted as April 25, 2016, due to the failure of VA to notify him about a combined rating increase and dependency award.

The Veteran's skin condition, specifically chloracne, is not rated higher than noncompensable due to the extent of affected areas and type of acne.

The Veteran has withdrawn his appeals for all issues, including right knee strain with degenerative arthritis, pseudofolliculitis barbae, hypertension, bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, and an acquired psychiatric disorder. As a result, the Board dismisses these claims.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for residuals of fracture, middle third, left clavicle is granted. The claim for folliculitis remains denied as it does not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 30 percent. Other claims are either granted or remanded.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings have been remanded due to the need for additional development and clarification of medical opinions.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete examination and further development is needed before a decision can be made on the claim for an increased rating for eczema of the calves and heels.

The Veteran's service-connected acne keloidalis of the scalp is rated at 30 percent throughout the period on appeal, but no higher.