The veteran's bilateral varicose veins prior to January 12, 1998 are rated at 30 percent. On and after January 12, 1998, the right leg varicose veins are rated at 20 percent and the left leg varicose veins are also rated at 20 percent.
The deciding factor: The veteran's symptoms of pain on exertion with persistent edema relieved by rest have been consistently noted, meeting the criteria for a 30 percent rating prior to January 12, 1998 under Diagnostic Code 7120. On and after that date, his varicose veins meet the criteria for a 20 percent rating as they result in persistent edema with slight pigmentation changes.
- Claimed conditions
- Varicose Veins
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- July 2, 2001
- Citation
- 0117664
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