The Veteran's left shoulder osteoarthritis was not manifested by range of motion limited to midway between the side and shoulder level from November 2, 2007 to November 3, 2013. From January 1, 2015 to November 10, 2016 and since February 1, 2017, his left shoulder osteoarthritis was manifested by chronic residuals consisting of severe, painful motion or weakness in the affected extremity.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's range of motion did not meet the criteria for a higher rating as it did not reach the level of limitation to midway between the side and shoulder level.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Shoulder Osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- March 26, 2018
- Citation
- 1818468
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