The VA denied an increased evaluation for varicose veins of the right leg, finding that the condition does not meet criteria for a higher rating based on persistent ulceration.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not show persistent ulcers in combination with other manifestations (persistent edema or induration, stasis pigmentation or eczema) required for a 60% evaluation under the regulations.
- Claimed conditions
- Varicose veins of the right leg
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- July 14, 2006
- Citation
- 0620585
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What this means for you
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