The Board denied a rating in excess of 10 percent for amputation of the left great toe and granted a separate 10 percent rating for calluses of the left foot. The amputation was not rated higher due to the absence of removal of the metatarsal head, while the calluses were found to be moderate in severity.
The deciding factor: The Board determined that the Veteran's condition did not meet criteria for a higher rating as the amputation did not involve removal of the metatarsal head and the calluses were found to be moderate in severity.
- Claimed conditions
- amputation of the left great toe, calluses of the left foot
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 19, 2026
- Citation
- A26015281
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