The veteran's initial compensable evaluation for residuals of fracture, left great toe was denied as the evidence did not support a moderate disability.
The deciding factor: The limitation of motion and pain experienced by the veteran were not severe enough to warrant a compensable rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of fracture, left great toe
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 29, 2009
- Citation
- 0903118
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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