The veteran's claims for initial compensable ratings for bilateral pes planus and herpes simplex of the lip were denied.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show a moderate flatfoot condition or weight-bearing line over or medial to the great toe, inward bowing of the tendo achillis, and pain on manipulation and use of the feet, which would warrant a compensable rating for pes planus. For herpes simplex of the lip, there was no evidence of exudation or itching constant, extensive lesions, or marked disfigurement prior to November 23, 2006; however, beginning that date, active pathology and use of an antiviral drug therapy were noted.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral pes planus, herpes simplex of the lip
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 28, 2009
- Citation
- 0903052
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
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