The veteran's service-connected PTSD was the primary reason for his hospitalization from March 27 to May 5, 2000. His right shoulder injury with fracture and muscle damage resulted in a temporary total rating based on VA hospitalization. The current disability evaluation of 40 percent for residuals of shell fragment wounds to Muscle Group VI, right, with fracture of the right humerus is upheld.
The deciding factor: The veteran's PTSD was the primary reason for his hospitalization and treatment, which resulted in a temporary total rating based on VA hospitalization. The current disability evaluation of 40 percent for residuals of shell fragment wounds to Muscle Group VI, right, with fracture of the right humerus is upheld.
- Claimed conditions
- Shell fragment wounds to Muscle Group VI, right, Fracture of the right humerus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- May 24, 2002
- Citation
- 0205217
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- Whole decision: Granted
The Board has granted a rating of 30 percent for the appellant's residuals of fractures of the right humerus, effective from December 10, 1991 and prior to November 20, 1996. The current condition is manifested by limitation of flexion to at most 70 degrees, medial tenderness, and a palpable mass, without limitation of extension or chronic forearm impairment.
- Whole decision: Denied
The VA determined that the veteran's right humerus fracture and associated conditions do not warrant a rating higher than 30 percent.
- Whole decision: Denied
The veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected pelvic injury residuals and TDIU based on all of his service-connected disabilities was denied. The current evaluation of 40 percent for the pelvic injury residuals is upheld.
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