The Board granted increased disability ratings of 20 percent for second and third degree burn scars on the left and right foreleg extensor aspect and dorsum of ankle and foot, effective from June 24, 1994. Separate 20 percent ratings were also assigned for complex regional pain syndrome of the lower extremities due to second and third degree burns.
The deciding factor: The veteran's service-connected burn scars covered areas exceeding 72 square inches (465 sq. cm) and had associated ulceration, hypopigmentation, and disfigurement, warranting a higher disability rating under Diagnostic Codes 7801 and 7805.
- Claimed conditions
- {"condition_name":"Second and Third Degree Burn Scars"}
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 28, 2006
- Citation
- 0639978
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