The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for a TDIU based on their combined rating and individual disability ratings. The VA examiner found that his foot disabilities prevent him from engaging in physical employment, but he is still capable of sedentary work.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's combined disability rating does not meet the required percentage threshold for TDIU under 38 C.F.R. § 4.16(a).
- Claimed conditions
- status post arthroscopy of the proximal phalanx, fourth digit, left foot, calluses of both feet, status post-surgery of the right calf with compartmental syndrome, with surgical scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- March 1, 2016
- Citation
- 1608121
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal for a higher disability rating for calluses of both feet is being remanded due to the need for additional evidence and development. The issue will be reconsidered after obtaining private podiatric treatment records.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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- Whole decision: Denied
The Board found no evidence of a current hepatitis disability and denied service connection for hepatitis. The Veteran's calluses and gout were not related to his military service.
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