The Veteran's initial evaluations for his right forearm scar, left foot plantar fasciitis, and PFB have been granted. The right forearm scar received a 10 percent evaluation, the left foot condition was rated noncompensable, and PFB is currently rated at 30 percent since September 15, 2010.
The deciding factor: The evaluations were based on the severity of symptoms reported by the Veteran and observed during VA examinations. The right forearm scar received a 10 percent evaluation due to pain and tenderness. Left foot plantar fasciitis was rated noncompensable as there were no deformities or functional limitations noted. PFB, however, has been assigned a 30 percent evaluation since September 15, 2010, based on the Veteran's reported symptoms of myriad lesions and pustules.
- Claimed conditions
- scar of the right forearm, left foot plantar fasciitis, pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 22, 2013
- Citation
- 1309701
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