The veteran's service-connected right index finger scar is rated at 10 percent, the maximum under Diagnostic Code 7805 for scars of the skin. The disability does not meet criteria for a higher rating as there is no evidence of deep penetration or extensive area.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the veteran's service-connected right index finger scar resulted in some loss of active flexion due to discomfort, warranting a 10 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7805. The scar did not meet criteria for deeper or more extensive scarring (Diagnostic Codes 7801-7804).
- Claimed conditions
- Right index finger scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- June 5, 2007
- Citation
- 0716566
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- Remanded (sent back)
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