The Veteran's lymphocytic lymphoma was rated at 30 percent effective March 26, 2012. The claim for higher ratings is denied.
The deciding factor: The VA examination in March 2012 showed moderate esophageal stricture (obstruction) due to dry mouth caused by radiation treatment, warranting a 30 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7203.
- Claimed conditions
- lymphocytic lymphoma
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- November 15, 2012
- Citation
- 1238999
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