The Veteran's initial claim for a left shoulder disability was granted, and he is currently receiving a 10% rating effective July 1, 2007. He also received a temporary total convalescent rating from April 10, 2008 to July 1, 2008, followed by another temporary total convalescent rating from July 1, 2008 to February 2, 2009.,The Veteran's left shoulder disability is currently rated as 10% disabling since February 3, 2009.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations and medical records consistently showed the Veteran experiencing pain and limited range of motion in his left shoulder, which prevented him from performing occupational tasks effectively.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Shoulder Rotator Cuff Strain/Tendonitis, Degenerative Joint Disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 12, 2017
- Citation
- 1711783
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What this means for you
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