The Veteran's right shoulder disability was rated at 30 percent from February 1, 2007 to August 21, 2007. From February 1, 2008 onward, the rating remained at 30 percent as there is no evidence of fibrous union or other disabling conditions warranting a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right shoulder disability did not meet criteria for a higher rating based on fibrous union or other specific service connection theories such as aggravation or new and material evidence. The current 30 percent rating adequately reflects the functional limitations due to pain, stiffness, and instability without any additional disabling conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Shoulder Strain with Instability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- September 25, 2012
- Citation
- 1233256
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