The Veteran's right groin scar, umbilicus scar, and peri-umbilical area scars are granted 10 percent ratings effective August 24, 2010, September 15, 2010, and September 15, 2010 respectively. A separate 10 percent rating for ilio-inguinal neuropathy is granted effective January 26, 2018.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's scars were found to be painful within the year preceding his claim, which meets the criteria for a 10 percent rating under DC 7804. The ilio-inguinal neuropathy was diagnosed and rated based on its disabling effects as severe or complete paralysis.
- Claimed conditions
- Right groin scar, Umbilicus scar, Peri-umbilical area scars, Ilio-inguinal neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- September 26, 2019
- Citation
- 19174933
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