The VA determined that the veteran's residuals of a rectal abscess do not meet the criteria for an increased rating, as he currently does not suffer from any residuals other than a nontender scar.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show symptoms more nearly approximating the criteria for a higher evaluation (10% rating) based on current manifestations of the service-connected condition.
- Claimed conditions
- rectal abscess
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 10, 2007
- Citation
- 0720474
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- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeals for service connection on the issues of degenerative osteoarthritis, bronchitis, seborrheic keratosis, a low back disorder, a rectal abscess status post excision, and headaches with dizziness have been dismissed. The Board has also remanded these issues for further development.
- Denied
The Board found that the appellant's periodontal disease and subsequent rectal abscess and rectal fistula are not service-connected due to lack of evidence showing a direct link. The claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 was also denied as there is no indication of VA negligence or fault in the treatment provided.
- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including scheduling a videoconference hearing before the Board.
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