The Veteran's service-connected chronic bronchitis with emphysema results in Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV-1) of 73 and 77 percent predicted, a ratio of FEV-1/FVC of 91 percent predicted, and a Diffusion Capacity of the Lung for Carbon Monoxide by the Single Breath Method (DLCO(SB)) of 74 percent predicted. The criteria under Diagnostic Code 6600 do not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's FEV-1 and DLCO(SB) percentages at both VA examinations only warrant a 10 percent disability evaluation under Diagnostic Code 6600, which is the current rating assigned for his service-connected chronic bronchitis with emphysema.
- Claimed conditions
- chronic bronchitis, emphysema
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- October 9, 2009
- Citation
- 0938720
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's lung condition, including pneumonia residuals, COPD, and emphysema, is remanded for further examination to determine if they are related to his military service. The appeal is reopened based on new evidence.
- Dismissed
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- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for chronic bronchitis, finding that the Veteran's current condition is related to his active duty service.
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