The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for left hip bursitis with limitation in flexion, thigh impairment, and extension have been denied as the evidence does not show that these conditions meet or approximate the criteria for a compensable rating under applicable diagnostic codes.,The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for left hip bursitis with thigh impairment has also been denied due to lack of limitation in abduction, adduction, or rotation.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not show that the Veteran’s left hip bursitis with limitation in flexion, thigh impairment, and extension meet or approximate the criteria for a compensable rating under applicable diagnostic codes. The VA examinations have consistently shown less than the minimum required for a compensable evaluation.,For the initial compensable rating claim, the evidence does not show that the Veteran is unable to toe-out more than 15 degrees, cross her legs, or abduction lost beyond 10 degrees.
- Claimed conditions
- Left greater trochanteric (hip) bursitis with limitation in flexion, Left hip bursitis with limitation of extension, Dermatitis (intertrigo)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 30, 2019
- Citation
- A19002377
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