The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his psoriasis vulgaris, finding that the condition did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation under the applicable diagnostic codes.
The deciding factor: The Board determined that while the veteran's skin disability was productive of extensive exfoliation, it did not meet the criteria for a 50% evaluation due to lack of systemic or nervous manifestations and found no exceptional disfigurement. The Board also noted that the veteran's dysthymia (a secondary service-connected condition) could be considered as part of his skin disorder.
- Claimed conditions
- psoriasis vulgaris
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- May 16, 2002
- Citation
- 0204631
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to unclear diagnoses and a need for additional private treatment records. The appellant's skin condition, including chronic urticaria and psoriasis vulgaris, needs further evaluation.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for an increased rating for a burn scar of the nose is dismissed. The claim for service connection for a skin disability has been reopened, and it is granted due to equipoise in determining whether his current skin disabilities had their onset during service.
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