The VA denied an increased rating for the veteran's service-connected burn scar of the left upper arm, as it did not meet the criteria for a higher rating based on the size and nature of the scar.
The deciding factor: The veteran's burn scar measured 15 square inches, which is within the range that would warrant a 20% rating under VA's Schedule for Rating Disabilities. The examination revealed no significant functional impairment or other factors that would justify an increased rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Burn scar of the left upper arm
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 20, 2002
- Citation
- 0201669
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