Granted
The veteran's rating for tinea versicolor and related skin conditions has been increased to 60% from September 10, 2019. This decision is based on evidence showing that more than 40% of the veteran's body was affected by these conditions.
The deciding factor: The Board concluded a 60 percent rating is warranted based on competent and credible evidence that more than 40 percent of the Veteran's total body area is affected by his skin conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- tinea versicolor, eczema, tinea cruris
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- January 3, 2025
- Citation
- A25000587
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