The VA denied a compensable evaluation for the veteran's left middle finger fracture, stating that there is no evidence of ankylosis or other disabling conditions.
The deciding factor: VA found no functional impairment due to the left middle finger fracture and noted that the veteran could still make a complete fist and fully extend his fingers.
- Claimed conditions
- Fracture of the left middle finger
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 17, 2004
- Citation
- 0422615
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- Granted
The Veteran's initial compensable rating for residuals of a fracture of the left middle finger was granted from April 4, 2009 to October 1, 2011. From October 1, 2011, his claim for an increased rating was denied.
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have prevented him from obtaining or retaining substantially gainful employment for the period prior to January 28, 2011.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the veteran's left middle finger disability does not meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation as there is no evidence of ankylosis or other significant functional impairment.
- Denied
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