The veteran's claims for increased ratings for her right wrist fracture, residual scarring from thyroidectomy, and chronic sinusitis were denied as there was no evidence of the required criteria for higher ratings under the applicable rating codes.

The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not support findings that would warrant a higher rating based on the severity or characteristics of the veteran's conditions.

Claimed conditions

Right wrist disability manifested by subjective complaints of weakness and tremors; objective findings include essentially normal range of motion., Moderately disfiguring neck scar with slight hypopigmentation. No evidence of tissue loss or significant deformity., Subjective complaints of frequent sinus infections; objective findings include normal sinus X-rays and CT scan, periodic treatment with antibiotics for sinusitis. No incapacitating episodes or prolonged antibiotic treatment.

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 9, 2006

Citation

0600446