The VA denied an increased rating for the veteran's left ring finger amputation, finding that it did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation based on metacarpal resection. The claim to reopen his right knee disability was also denied.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the left ring finger amputation involved only the proximal phalanx and not more than half of the bone, thus not meeting the criteria for an increased rating under applicable codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Ring Finger Amputation
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 15, 2006
- Citation
- 0639060
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What this means for you
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