The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for diabetic neuropathy of the left lower extremity was denied as his condition did not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent evaluation.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the Veteran had mild to moderate subjective symptoms in the left lower extremity, with normal strength and reflexes on testing. Sensation testing was generally normal except for decreased cold sensation.
- Claimed conditions
- Diabetic Neuropathy of the Left Lower Extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- May 30, 2024
- Citation
- A24028087
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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- Whole decision: Denied
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- Whole decision: Granted
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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