The Veteran's left lower extremity DVT was granted a disability rating of 20 percent, effective January 18, 2021. The condition is characterized by persistent stasis pigmentation and intermittent edema in the leg, with symptoms relieved by elevation and compression hosiery.
The deciding factor: The VA examination revealed persistent stasis pigmentation but only intermittent edema of the leg, which did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- left lower extremity deep venous thrombosis (DVT)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- April 13, 2021
- Citation
- 21021622
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- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's appeal for payment or reimbursement of non-VA medical expenses incurred from October 19, 2015 through November 4, 2015 is granted. The Board found that the treatment received was not emergent and VA facilities were feasibly available.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that additional development is needed due to the inadequacy of a previous VA examination and the need for current treatment records. The Veteran's DVT may be related to his service-connected back disability, but further evaluation is required.
- Whole decision: Denied
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- Whole decision: Denied
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