The Veteran's skin condition, which includes dermatitis of the plantar skin medially, both feet, with onychomycosis of the toenails, has been rated at a 60 percent disability rating since July 13, 2020.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's use of oral medications (Voriconazole, Lamisil/Terbinafine, and Griseofulvin) demonstrated near-constant systemic therapy during the claim period, which met the criteria for a 60 percent rating under DC 7806.
- Claimed conditions
- Dermatitis of the plantar skin medially, both feet, Onychomycosis of the toenails
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- December 30, 2021
- Citation
- A21020684
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