The Veteran's service-connected right hip disability, including a total hip replacement, was not productive of moderately severe residuals as defined by VA regulations. The initial rating of 30% is maintained.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right hip disability did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5054 due to lack of moderate or markedly severe residuals.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Hip Dislocation, Total Right Hip Replacement
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- June 9, 2015
- Citation
- 1524654
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for COPD, a neurological disorder, diabetes, and sleep apnea, as well as his claim for an increased evaluation for acid reflux due to in-service exposure at Camp Lejeune.
- Granted
The Veteran's right hip disability, following a total hip replacement in May 2007, has resulted in symptoms such as painful motion and weakness requiring the use of a wheelchair. The Board finds that this meets the criteria for a 90 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5054.
- Denied
The Veteran's right hip dislocation is not considered a result of VA care, and the Board finds that he did not meet the criteria for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination to assess the current severity of his right hip disability.
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