The Veteran's service-connected left ulnar neuritis was initially rated as 10 percent disabling prior to July 3, 2008. Since then, the disability has been rated at 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The VA examination conducted on October 26, 2004, indicated that the Veteran's left ulnar neuritis was manifested by no more than moderate incomplete paralysis of the ulnar nerve, warranting a 10% evaluation. Since July 3, 2008, the disability has not been shown to meet or approximate the criteria for an evaluation in excess of 40 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- left ulnar neuritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 11, 2010
- Citation
- 1001741
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- Granted
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- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development, including an addendum VA examination to address the severity of his left elbow degenerative arthritis and other service-connected disabilities.
- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's claims for a higher rating for his service-connected left ulnar neuritis and TDIU, finding that the evidence did not support an increased rating or a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.
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