The veteran's service-connected right thigh shell fragment wound residuals are currently rated at 10 percent, but the RO has determined that a higher rating of 30 percent is warranted.,The veteran's service-connected right peroneal neuropathy is currently rated at 60 percent. The RO found that this rating is appropriate given the severity and nature of his symptoms.
The deciding factor: The increased rating for the residuals of a shell fragment wound to the right thigh is based on the current disability picture, which more nearly approximates impairment of a moderately severe degree.,The increased rating for the service-connected right peroneal neuropathy is based on the severity and nature of his symptoms, including foot drop and atrophy of the muscles.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a Shell Fragment Wound to the Right Thigh, Right Peroneal Neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- January 26, 2004
- Citation
- 0402521
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