The VA determined that the veteran's onychomycosis of toenails did not warrant a rating higher than 10 percent, as it did not meet the criteria for more severe evaluations based on the extent and nature of his condition.
The deciding factor: The veteran's onychomycosis was rated at 10 percent under Diagnostic Code 7813 due to its impact on the toenails but did not meet the criteria for higher ratings as it did not involve constant exudation, extensive lesions, or marked disfigurement.
- Claimed conditions
- onychomycosis of toenails
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 23, 2004
- Citation
- 0410505
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