The Veteran's service-connected skin disability, including acne scarring, rosacea, and rhinophyma, has been rated at 60 percent since the appeal period began. The condition is manifested by flare-ups affecting more than 40 percent of exposed area but does not meet criteria for disfigurement or limitation of motion.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's skin disability was found to be manifested by active acne scarring, rosacea, and rhinophyma with no functional impairment. The condition has been rated at the maximum available under Diagnostic Code 7828 due to its severity and impact on daily life.
- Claimed conditions
- Acne Scarring, Rosacea, Rhinophyma
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- September 27, 2011
- Citation
- 1136289
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