The Board denied the Veteran's claims for initial compensable ratings for his left and right foot scars, as well as the reduction of his feet disability rating from 30% to 10%. The Board found that there was actual improvement in the Veteran's symptoms after surgery.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms had improved post-surgery, with less pain and a steady gait. The functional impairment noted by the September 2020 VA examination demonstrated reduced disability compared to previous examinations.
- Claimed conditions
- Left foot scar, Right foot scar, Feet disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- September 16, 2024
- Citation
- A24056509
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- Dismissed
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- Granted
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