The Veteran's service-connected hyperkeratosis of the feet is currently rated at 30 percent, which meets the criteria for a higher initial evaluation. The other issues remain unresolved.
The deciding factor: Hyperkeratosis of the feet has been found to meet the criteria for a 30 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5276 due to marked hyperkeratosis and significant callus formation on the plantar surface of both feet, which causes discomfort and pain with walking and standing.
- Claimed conditions
- Right gastrocnemius strain, Hyperkeratosis of the feet, Corneal abrasion of the left eye, Residuals of a left foot injury to include numbness of the left heel and capsulitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 25, 2009
- Citation
- 0931772
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