The Veteran's service-connected gunshot wound residuals have been rated at the maximum available rating of 20 percent for his left leg and 10 percent for his left thigh. The Board finds that these ratings are appropriate based on the current clinical findings.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's muscle injuries, specifically to Muscle Group XII in the left leg and Muscle Group XIII in the left thigh, have been rated at their maximum levels due to the severity of the residuals as described by his symptoms and examination results.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a gunshot wound to the left leg, Residuals of a gunshot wound to the left thigh
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- July 19, 2011
- Citation
- 1126898
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- Granted
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- Partly granted
The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected residuals of a gunshot wound to the left thigh do not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent, while his service-connected left thigh scar does not warrant an evaluation in excess of 10 percent.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance or housebound status.
- Denied
The VA denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected gunshot wound residuals to both thighs, finding that the current 10 percent disability ratings adequately reflect the severity of his symptoms.
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