Denied
The Board denied an increased rating for lichen planus, as the Veteran's condition did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed visible characteristic lesions over more than 40 percent of the Veteran's total body area and exposed areas, but there was no scarring or disfigurement, and no functional impact. Therefore, an 80 percent rating is not warranted.
- Claimed conditions
- Lichen Planus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- October 17, 2025
- Citation
- A25089598
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