Partly granted
The veteran's claim for a higher rating than 30% for cystic acne was denied, but a separate 30% rating under DC 7804 for painful scars was granted.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the criteria set forth in the Diagnostic Codes (DCs) of the Schedule for Rating Disabilities.
- Claimed conditions
- cystic acne
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- January 14, 2025
- Citation
- 25000442
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