The Veteran's initial compensable ratings for left testicle disability and left testicle scar are denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher rating based on the current symptoms, as there was no atrophy or removal of both testicles.
The deciding factor: The preponderance of the evidence did not show complete atrophy in both testes or unstable/painful scars, which were required for higher ratings under applicable VA regulations and diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- left testicle disability, left testicle scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 26, 2020
- Citation
- 20043508
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to the need for additional development, including examinations and medical records review. The TDIU claim is also remanded.
- Granted
The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for a left testicle disability, finding that it is at least as likely as not incurred in service.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for a compensable rating for left testicle varicocele and left knee scars must be remanded due to the need for additional examination and evaluation.
- Denied
The Veteran's application to reopen his claim for service connection for a left testicle disability was denied because the new evidence submitted did not raise a reasonable possibility of substantiating the claim.
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