The VA has denied an increased evaluation for the veteran's laceration scar on the left upper arm, as there is no evidence of additional disability that would warrant a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not show any limitation of motion associated with the left arm scar and did not encompass an area in excess of 144 square inches (929 sq. cm.) or greater.
- Claimed conditions
- laceration scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 25, 2003
- Citation
- 0303235
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- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to October 10, 2008, on an extraschedular basis has been withdrawn.
- Denied
The Board denied an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for laceration scar on the right leg.
- Dismissed
The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.
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