The Board denied an increased rating for meralgia paresthetica, hypesthesia, left lateral femoral cutaneous nerve as the evidence did not support a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The disability is rated based on its anatomical localization and symptomatology, which does not include pain that limits function. The highest schedular rating for this condition is 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- meralgia paresthetica, hypesthesia
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- November 7, 2006
- Citation
- 0634381
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal for higher ratings for meralgia paresthetica and left knee patellofemoral syndrome is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including a new examination of his left knee.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as he withdrew his appeal for meralgia paresthetica and the thoracolumbar spine disability. The other issues remain unresolved.
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