The veteran's claim for an increased rating for aphakia, bilateral intraocular lens implants with residuals of retinal detachment, right eye is being remanded due to the need for a VA comprehensive examination.
The deciding factor: The veteran testified that his visual acuity had worsened and submitted recent medical records. The Board finds that a new examination is required given the time since the last examination and the assertion of increased severity.
- Claimed conditions
- aphakia, retinal detachment
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- April 18, 2006
- Citation
- 0611008
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What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
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