The VA denied a claim for an increased rating for bilateral tinea pedis, assigning a non-compensable evaluation and noting that the condition was primarily manifested by brownish discoloration affecting both lower extremities and feet.
The deciding factor: The veteran's tinea pedis did not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating as it only affected about 1% of his exposed skin surface, without systemic symptoms or significant functional impairment.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral tinea pedis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 20, 2006
- Citation
- 0639621
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- Remanded (sent back)
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