The veteran's service-connected scar of the left ankle is currently rated at 10 percent, which is the maximum rating under applicable diagnostic codes. The Board found no evidence to support a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The veteran's scar does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation as it is superficial and does not cause limitation of motion or pain on examination.
- Claimed conditions
- scar of the left ankle
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 12, 2008
- Citation
- 0808382
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has dismissed the claims for earlier effective dates and increased ratings for the left ankle scar, left wrist scar, left ankle disability, and left knee disability. The cases are being remanded for further evaluation of the Veteran's left knee, left wrist, and left ankle disabilities.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the claim of entitlement to Total Disability Rating Based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) prior to April 4, 2017 for further development. The issues have been referred to the Agency of Original Jurisdiction (AOJ).
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that more development is necessary prior to final adjudication of the claim on appeal, including obtaining updated VA examinations and considering new evidence. The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened since their last evaluations, and a remand for further examination is required.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the veteran's service-connected scars and dermatological disorders do not meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation under VA's rating schedule.
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