The veteran's claim for an increased rating for residuals, exploratory laparotomy scar, status post removal of retroperitoneal dermoid cyst was denied as the disability has not worsened since February 1995.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the veteran's scar does not disfigure and is not associated with limited motion or greater than 77 square centimeters. The current rating under DC 7804 (2005) remains at 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals, exploratory laparotomy scar, status post removal of retroperitoneal dermoid cyst
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 1, 2006
- Citation
- 0605841
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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