The Veteran's deep vein thrombosis of the right leg is currently rated at 60 percent, and the Board has decided to remand this case for a new VA examination to assess whether the condition warrants an increased rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran reported experiencing massive board like edema since his last VA examination, which suggests that his disability may have worsened and requires further evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- deep vein thrombosis of the right leg
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- June 24, 2020
- Citation
- 20042610
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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