The veteran's claims for increased ratings for hiatal hernia with reflux esophagitis, COPD, and plantar fasciitis of the left foot were denied by the Board. The veteran is not entitled to a rating in excess of 10 percent for his hiatal hernia, does not meet criteria for a compensable rating for COPD, and meets schedular criteria for a 10 percent rating for his plantar fasciitis.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show symptoms that would warrant an increased rating for the veteran's hiatal hernia or COPD. The VA examination reports showed no significant impairment of health or substantial improvement in lung function, and the veteran's plantar fasciitis was found to be stable with pain on manipulation.
- Claimed conditions
- hiatal hernia with reflux esophagitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), plantar fasciitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 22, 2006
- Citation
- 0626155
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What this means for you
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