The Veteran's right wrist neurological disability was rated at 20 percent prior to December 17, 2019 and at 30 percent as of that date. The Board found the criteria for higher ratings were not met.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed mild incomplete paralysis of the radial nerve throughout the period under review, which did not meet the criteria for a rating higher than 20 percent prior to December 17, 2019 and higher than 30 percent as of that date.
- Claimed conditions
- Right wrist neurological disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- October 21, 2020
- Citation
- 20068352
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