Partly granted
The Veteran was granted a rating of 20 percent for the left popliteal aneurysm but denied a compensable rating for the right popliteal aneurysm, and temporary total ratings were granted based on surgical procedures associated with the bilateral popliteal aneurysms.
The deciding factor: The May 2019 VA examination showed claudication on walking more than 100 yards bilaterally, which met the criteria for a rating of 20 percent under DC 7114 for the left popliteal aneurysm. However, there was no evidence to support a compensable rating for the right popliteal aneurysm.
- Claimed conditions
- left popliteal aneurysm, right popliteal aneurysm
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 27, 2025
- Citation
- A25017785
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