The Board denied the Veteran's claims for an initial compensable rating for status post uterine fibroid removal and anterior trunk scar, as there was no evidence of continuous treatment or disabling effects that warranted a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's symptoms did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under the applicable diagnostic codes due to lack of continuous treatment and other disabling effects.
- Claimed conditions
- status post uterine fibroid removal, anterior trunk scarring, status post uterine fibroid excision (anterior trunk scar)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 15, 2025
- Citation
- 25009192
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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