The veteran's claim for an increased rating for residuals of a left fifth metatarsal fracture was denied as he repeatedly failed to report for VA examinations.
The deciding factor: The veteran failed to appear for scheduled VA examinations, resulting in the denial of his claim.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals of a left fifth metatarsal fracture
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 2, 2002
- Citation
- 0204051
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