The veteran's claim for an increased rating for his scar was denied by the RO, as there is no evidence of ulceration or limitation of function that would warrant a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: There was no evidence of ulceration or breakdown of skin, nor any indication of disfigurement. The scar itself was neither tender to palpation nor raised, and did not cause any limitation of function.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals of a gunshot wound, scar in the right pelvic region
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 16, 2001
- Citation
- 0111008
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