The Veteran's appeal was denied as his right inguinal hernia scar did not meet the criteria for a higher rating, he does not have active tuberculosis or a dental disability that qualifies for compensation under VA laws and regulations.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show any current disabilities related to service connection claims.
- Claimed conditions
- Right inguinal hernia scar, Positive tuberculin test, Dental disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 4, 2018
- Citation
- 1820379
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- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, primarily migraines with tension headaches, rendered him unemployable from July 25, 2023, and he is eligible for Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits starting the same date. He also qualifies for special monthly compensation based on housebound status as of October 9, 2023.
- Denied
The Board denied service connection for a dental disorder and an eye disorder, finding that the evidence did not support a link between these conditions and the Veteran's active service.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's right inguinal hernia scar is rated as noncompensable, and the Board finds no basis for a compensable rating.,The claim for service connection for ilioinguinal nerve entrapment is remanded due to insufficient medical opinion regarding its etiology.
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