The Veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for degenerative joint disease of the right elbow was denied, as his current disability does not meet or approximate the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5213.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's flexion and extension were within normal limits with no additional limitation due to pain, fatigue, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination after repetitive use. The examiner did not find any additional loss of function during flare-ups.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative Joint Disease of the Right Elbow
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- June 29, 2011
- Citation
- 1124757
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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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- Whole decision: Denied
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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- Whole decision: Denied
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- Whole decision: Granted
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