The Veteran's pyogenic granuloma and incision and drainage scar have been granted initial compensable ratings, with the rating of 10% effective from June 13, 2006.
The deciding factor: VA examinations conducted in 2006 and 2011 confirmed that the Veteran's pyogenic granuloma had resolved but his incision and drainage scar remained tender and stable. The neurologic residuals of the excision were also noted to be present, warranting a separate compensable rating.
- Claimed conditions
- pyogenic granuloma, incision and drainage scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 6, 2011
- Citation
- 1144536
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