The Board found that the veteran's right hand fracture did not meet the criteria for an initial compensable rating since February 26, 2007, the effective date of service connection. The evidence showed limited motion at the proximal interphalangeal joint of the fifth digit but no other disabling symptoms such as pain, weakness, or loss of function.
The deciding factor: The VA examination did not show any limitation of motion that would warrant a compensable rating under any applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Right hand fracture
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 28, 2008
- Citation
- 0829378
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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