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.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows moderate impairment due to muscle loss and decreased strength in the affected muscle groups, but no severe impairment as required for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5313.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of a gunshot wound to the left thigh, Left thigh scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- November 7, 2011
- Citation
- 1141357
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What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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