The Board denied ratings in excess of 20 percent for left and right lower extremity varicose veins, as the evidence did not support a higher rating under the applicable criteria.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show persistent edema and stasis pigmentation or eczema, with or without intermittent ulceration; subcutaneous induration, stasis pigmentation or eczema, and persistent ulceration; or massive board-like edema with constant pain at rest for either leg.
- Claimed conditions
- Left lower extremity varicose veins, Right lower extremity varicose veins
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 28, 2025
- Citation
- A25029056
What this means for you
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