The Board denied increased ratings for several conditions, granted a 70 percent rating for PTSD and effective dates from July 15, 2020, for TDIU and DEA benefits, but denied earlier effective dates.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's eczema did not meet the criteria for a higher rating; his lumbosacral strain and other conditions were rated as they were due to their severity and lack of worsening over time. The PTSD met the criteria for a 70 percent rating, but earlier effective dates were denied.

Claimed conditions

eczema, lumbosacral strain, left sciatic nerve radiculopathy, burn scar, left lower extremity, burn scar, left upper extremity, burn scar, posterior trunk, cyst on left chest, residual scar, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

February 21, 2025

Citation

A25015813

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