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The veteran was granted an initial compensable evaluation for a skin disorder from February 16, 2003 to June 8, 2008.,An increased evaluation of 10 percent was assigned on and after June 9, 2008.

The deciding factor: The veteran's service connection for a skin disorder was reopened based on new evidence, leading to an initial compensable evaluation from February 16, 2003 to June 8, 2008. An increased evaluation of 10 percent was assigned on and after June 9, 2008.

Claimed conditions
Skin Disorder (PLEVA)
How they argued it
Not specified
Exposure basis
None
Rating assigned
10%
Decision date
October 3, 2008
Citation
0834205

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