The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for left foot hallux valgus and hammer toes have been denied as the evidence does not support a compensable rating under applicable VA regulations.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran has mild to moderate symptoms of hallux valgus and multiple hammer toes, but no surgical intervention or consistent medical treatment was required. The current noncompensable ratings are therefore upheld.
- Claimed conditions
- Left foot hallux valgus, Left foot hammer toes
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 26, 2019
- Citation
- 19196231
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