The veteran's claim for increased ratings for thrombophlebitis of the left leg was evaluated under both old and new rating criteria. For the period from January 16, 1996 to January 12, 1998, a 30 percent evaluation was continued. After January 12, 1998, an increased evaluation beyond 60 percent was not warranted based on current medical evidence.
The deciding factor: The veteran's symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under either the old or new diagnostic codes as of January 12, 1998.
- Claimed conditions
- Thrombophlebitis of the left leg
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 28, 2001
- Citation
- 0109210
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