The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for the residual scar of the right lower leg abscess incised was denied as there is no evidence showing that the condition results in disfigurement.,For the acquired psychiatric disorder to include an anxiety disorder and PTSD, the claim for ratings in excess of 30 percent from May 22, 2009, and in excess of 50 percent from October 27, 2012 was denied as there is no evidence showing that the condition manifests with occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's scar does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 7805 due to its small size and lack of pain or instability.,For the psychiatric disorder, there is no evidence showing that it manifests with occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity from October 27, 2012 onwards.

Claimed conditions

Residual scar s/p of the right lower leg abscess incised, Acquired psychiatric disorder to include an anxiety disorder and PTSD

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

December 31, 2019

Citation

19196956

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