The Board has determined that the Veteran's preexisting bilateral pes planus condition increased in severity during service and is therefore granted for aggravation.
The deciding factor: Clear and unmistakable evidence was not provided to rebut the presumption of aggravation, thus service connection on an aggravation basis is granted.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral pes planus (flatfeet)
- How they argued it
- Aggravation of a pre-existing condition
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 30, 2022
- Citation
- 22072118
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What this means for you
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his left foot hallux valgus, right foot hallux valgus, right foot hammertoes, and bilateral pes planus (flatfeet) due to inadequate examination records. The case is being returned to the VA for further evaluation.
- Granted
The Veteran's tinnitus was granted service connection. The issues of bilateral hearing loss, pes planus (flatfeet), and varicose veins are remanded for further development.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided that a VA examination is needed to determine if the Veteran's bilateral pes planus (flatfeet) developed during service or is otherwise related to his military service. The decision is remanded for this purpose.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for increased ratings and service connection has been dismissed as he withdrew his claims. A total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disorders is granted.
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