The VA determined that the veteran's pilonidal cyst scar does not warrant an evaluation in excess of 10 percent, as it is adherent, tender, and painful but does not limit function of any body part.
The deciding factor: The veteran's pilonidal cyst scar was found to be adherent, tender, and painful, with no limitation on function. The current disability level did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation under VA rating criteria.
- Claimed conditions
- pilonidal cyst scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- May 1, 2006
- Citation
- 0612599
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