The Veteran's initial higher ratings for peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities are denied as his symptoms do not meet or approximate the criteria for a rating higher than 20 percent prior to June 26, 2017, and higher than 40 percent since that date.,Compensable ratings for peripheral neuropathy involving the external cutaneous nerve of the thighs are also denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms did not more nearly approximate moderate severe incomplete paralysis prior to June 26, 2017, and severe, with marked muscular atrophy, since that date. There was no evidence of muscle atrophy during the appeal period.,Compensable ratings were denied as there was no sensory or motor impairment meeting the criteria for a compensable rating.
- Claimed conditions
- {"condition_name":"Peripheral Neuropathy"}
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 8, 2019
- Citation
- 19177579
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
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