The Veteran's hemorrhoids were rated noncompensable (zero percent) from February 1, 1990 to July 7, 2020. Since April 28, 2017, the Veteran has been granted a 30 percent rating for fecal incontinence due to large irreducible hemorrhoids and occasional moderate leakage requiring the use of pads.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's hemorrhoids met criteria for a 30 percent rating under DC 7332 since April 28, 2017 due to occasional moderate leakage necessitating the use of pads.
- Claimed conditions
- Hemorrhoids, Impaired sphincter control
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- March 22, 2023
- Citation
- 23017954
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- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal for an increased evaluation of his hemorrhoids, so the case is dismissed.
- Denied
The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for her service-connected hemorrhoids was denied as the evidence did not show large or thrombotic, irreducible hemorrhoids with excessive redundant tissue, evidencing frequent recurrence.
- Denied
The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for hemorrhoids and a separate rating of 10 percent for pruritus ani is partially granted. The Veteran does not meet the criteria for a higher rating under any applicable code, including revised Diagnostic Code 7336.
- Granted
The Veteran is granted higher levels of SMC and aid and attendance special monthly compensation effective May 3, 2024, due to his service-connected conditions that require regular aid and assistance.
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