The Veteran's post-phlebitic syndrome of the left and right lower extremities was rated at 40 percent each from June 13, 2012, forward.
The deciding factor: The VA examination in May 2007 showed persistent edema with stasis pigmentation or eczema in both legs, warranting a 40 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 7121.
- Claimed conditions
- Post-phlebitic syndrome of the left lower extremity, Chronic venous insufficiency and lymphedema of the left lower extremity, Post-phlebitic syndrome of the right lower extremity, Chronic venous insufficiency and lymphedema of the right lower extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- August 2, 2017
- Citation
- 1730848
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to clarify the Veteran's diagnoses and obtain an independent medical opinion regarding the etiology of his left leg disability, as well as its relationship to service-connected conditions.
- Denied
The Veteran's claim for TDIU was denied as his service-connected disabilities do not meet the percentage requirements for a schedular TDIU rating, and he is unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment due to his right leg disability.
- Denied
The Board found that the Veteran's post-phlebitic syndrome of both lower extremities was not caused or aggravated by service-connected disabilities, including his bilateral foot and ankle disorders.
- Granted
The Board granted a 40 percent disability rating for post-phlebitic syndrome of the right and left lower extremities, effective July 9, 2008.
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