The Veteran's right upper extremity scar, left upper extremity scars, bilateral lower extremity scars, and posterior trunk scar are all denied initial compensable ratings as they do not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under VA regulations.,The Veteran's claims for an initial compensable rating for eczema prior to November 6, 2020 and in excess of 10 percent thereafter and service connection for a sleep disorder are REMANDED.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's scars do not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under VA regulations as they do not total an area of at least 6 square inches (39 sq. cm.) or greater, and are not associated with underlying tissue damage.,The nature of clobetasol used to treat eczema and the etiology of the Veteran's sleep disorder need further clarification.
- Claimed conditions
- Right upper extremity scar, Left upper extremity scars, Bilateral lower extremity scars, Posterior trunk scar
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 23, 2023
- Citation
- 23011273
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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.
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- Partly granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
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