The veteran's claims for increased evaluations of his service-connected bilateral residuals of frostbite of the feet were denied. The RO found that prior to January 12, 1998, the veteran did not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 30 percent for each foot due to persistent moderate swelling and tenderness but no loss of toes or parts. As of January 12, 1998, he met the criteria for a 30 percent evaluation based on pain, numbness, color changes, and x-ray abnormalities.
The deciding factor: The veteran's service-connected bilateral residuals of frostbite did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the revised criteria effective January 12, 1998.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral residuals of frostbite of the feet, residuals of frostbite of the right foot, residuals of frostbite of the left foot
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- September 29, 2000
- Citation
- 0026169
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