The veteran's claim for a higher rating for ulcerative colitis was denied. The veteran was granted a 20% rating for both left and right ankle disabilities. The claim for the left foot disability was remanded for further evaluation.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence available at the time of the April 2023 agency of original jurisdiction decision, with specific criteria applied to each condition.

Claimed conditions

ulcerative colitis, left ankle disability, right ankle disability, left foot disability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 27, 2025

Citation

A25007065

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