The veteran's claim for an increased rating for eczematous dermatitis of the back was denied as his condition did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable VA rating schedule.
The deciding factor: The veteran's eczematous dermatitis, while severe and requiring treatment with topical corticosteroids, did not warrant an increased rating beyond 60 percent due to the lack of systemic or nervous manifestations, ulceration, extensive exfoliation, or extensive crusting as required by the revised VA rating criteria.
- Claimed conditions
- eczematous dermatitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- February 28, 2005
- Citation
- 0505555
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