The veteran's claims for increased ratings for COPD with emphysema, epididymitis of the left testicle, and cholecystectomy were denied as his conditions did not meet the criteria for higher disability ratings under the applicable rating criteria.
The deciding factor: The veteran's COPD with emphysema was rated based on its current manifestations which do not warrant a higher rating. The epididymitis of the left testicle had no residuals, and the cholecystectomy did not result in any current residuals or sequelae.
- Claimed conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) with Emphysema, Epididymitis of the Left Testicle
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 2, 2004
- Citation
- 0417953
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