The veteran seeks an increased rating for his service-connected dermatophytosis, claiming that the function of his lower extremities changed as a result of exfoliation and itching caused by his disability. The case is REMANDED to the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) for proper VCAA notice.
The deciding factor: The veteran did not have a clear understanding of what evidence he was required to provide in order to substantiate his claim for an increased rating, necessitating corrective VCAA notice under 38 U.S.C.A. § 5103(a) and 38 C.F.R. § 3.159(b).
- Claimed conditions
- dermatophytosis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 19, 2006
- Citation
- 0621215
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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.
What you can do next
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- Denied
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- Partly granted
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- Denied
The Board denied the veteran's claims for a higher rating for both hypertension and dermatophytosis.
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