The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for ptosis of the left eye was denied. The current 10 percent rating is based on impairment of visual field, but no other conditions warranting a higher rating are present.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show any additional visual field impairment or muscle function issues that would justify a higher rating under applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- ptosis of the left eye
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 19, 2021
- Citation
- 21002903
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to incomplete medical opinions and the need for additional evidence. The issues of a higher rating for his left eye disability and TDIU are also being remanded.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeals for increased evaluations related to various eye, nose, and head injuries. The Board dismissed the appeal due to the withdrawal.
- Denied
The Board denied service connection for a bilateral eye disability, including ptosis of the left eye and decreased visual acuity of both eyes. The Veteran's left eye ptosis was found to be a congenital defect not aggravated by service. His diagnosed refractive error is excluded from VA compensation due to its nature as a condition that is not defined as a disease or injury.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that further development is needed for the Veteran's claims, including an eye examination and a review of his private treatment records. The issues include increased ratings for left eye disabilities, service connection for a right eye disability as secondary to left eye disabilities, and TDIU.
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