The Board has granted a 10% rating for the service-connected atopic dermatitis, but denied an increased rating for varicose veins of the left lower extremity.
The deciding factor: The clinical evidence did not show persistent edema or ulceration to warrant a higher evaluation under amended Diagnostic Code 7120 for varicose veins.
- Claimed conditions
- varicose veins, atopic dermatitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- April 16, 2001
- Citation
- 0111001
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claims for a neck condition, plantar fasciitis, left ankle condition, and varicose veins to ensure that VA's duty to assist is followed and that the Veteran is afforded every possible consideration.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the issues of entitlement to an increased evaluation for atopic dermatitis and duodenitis with GERD due to inadequate examination reports.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeals for an increased rating for varicose veins and a total disability rating based on individual unemployability.
- Granted
The Board granted service connection for atopic dermatitis, degenerative arthritis of the thoracolumbar spine and dextroscoliosis, and cervical spine degenerative arthritis.
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