The veteran's claim for a higher rating for an umbilical hernia was denied. Other claims related to gastrointestinal issues, knee pain, and vertigo were remanded for further review.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence available at the time of the prior decisions and the need for additional development in some cases.

Claimed conditions

umbilical hernia, gastrointestinal disability, left knee patellofemoral pain syndrome, right knee patellofemoral pain syndrome, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 23, 2025

Citation

A25006207

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