The Veteran's right wrist disability, manifested by ankylosis with limited dorsiflexion, is rated at 20% since December 10, 2010. The initial rating of 10% was maintained from September 30, 2006 to December 9, 2010 and the Veteran's current condition since May 2, 2014.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations showed ankylosis with limited dorsiflexion (limited to 20 degrees) from December 10, 2010 onwards, which is rated at 20% under DC 5214. The earlier periods were rated as 10%.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Wrist Sprain, Ankylosis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 2, 2014
- Citation
- 1443975
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