The Veteran's left leg cutaneous abscess and scar associated with a left inguinal hernia have been granted increased ratings, but the service connection for other conditions remains pending.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations confirmed that the Veteran's scars are painful and stable, warranting a 10% rating under Diagnostic Code 7804. The VA examination also found no current or past hernias, which is consistent with the Veteran's testimony during his hearing.
- Claimed conditions
- Left leg cutaneous abscess, Scar associated with left inguinal hernia
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 10, 2022
- Citation
- 22045450
This is a plain-language summary generated by AI from a public Board of Veterans’ Appeals decision. It can contain errors — always verify against the original. Read the original VA decision (opens in a new tab) using citation 22045450.
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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