The Veteran's lipomas are now rated at 30 percent from April 17, 2013 onward.,His respiratory disability is rated at 30 percent from June 11, 2012 onward.
The deciding factor: The Veteran’s lipomas increased in number and size after April 17, 2013, warranting a higher rating. His respiratory condition improved slightly between June 11, 2012 and May 16, 2016.
- Claimed conditions
- lipomas, respiratory disability (bronchial condition)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- January 6, 2020
- Citation
- 20000873
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- Remanded (sent back)
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