The VA denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected gunshot wound residuals to both thighs, finding that the current 10 percent disability ratings adequately reflect the severity of his symptoms.
The deciding factor: The VA determined that the veteran's symptomatology did not warrant a higher rating based on the existing medical evidence and regulations.
- Claimed conditions
- {"condition_name":"Residuals of a gunshot wound to the left thigh","condition_description":"Manifested by pain and difficulty with heavy lifting and prolonged standing."}, {"condition_name":"Residuals of a gunshot wound to the right thigh","condition_description":"Manifested by pain and difficulty with heavy lifting and prolonged standing."}
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 28, 2006
- Citation
- 0605621
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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