The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his right ulnar neuropathy, finding that it did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable VA schedule of ratings.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show complete paralysis or other severe impairment of the right hand due to service-connected right ulnar neuropathy, and the veteran's employment as a mechanic was found to be sufficient to indicate that he could perform all avenues of gainful employment without necessitating frequent hospitalization.
- Claimed conditions
- right ulnar neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- June 14, 2006
- Citation
- 0617371
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