The Board denied the Veteran's claim for an increased rating for his left wrist disability, finding that the current 10 percent rating adequately compensates him for his symptoms and limitations.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations consistently found dorsiflexion less than 15 degrees, which is within the criteria for a 10% rating under Diagnostic Code 5215. The Veteran's disability did not meet or approximate the criteria for higher ratings based on ankylosis or other factors.
- Claimed conditions
- Left wrist ganglion cyst, Wrist pain, Limited motion of the left wrist
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 3, 2021
- Citation
- 21006205
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Related decisions
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- Granted
The Veteran's residuals of a left wrist ganglion cyst excision are rated at 10 percent, the minimum compensable rating. The condition is characterized by pain and limited range of motion.
- Remanded (sent back)
The appeal for TDIU is moot due to the Veteran's 100% rating and special monthly compensation at the housebound rate. The left wrist ganglion cyst claim is remanded for additional development.
- Granted
The Veteran's left wrist disability, including loss of use due to ankylosis and a ganglion cyst, is rated at 60 percent from March 26, 2019. The scar issue remains denied.
- Granted
The Veteran's initial claim for a compensable rating for left wrist ganglion cyst residuals was granted as of June 17, 2015. The effective date for the increased rating is October 7, 2009.
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