The Veteran's claims for higher disability ratings for his right hip and thigh disabilities have been denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a compensable rating prior to December 10, 2019 or a disability rating in excess of 20 percent since then.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed significant improvement in range of motion after December 10, 2019, which resulted in a higher disability rating. The Veteran's symptoms were considered but did not warrant a higher rating as his pain flare-ups did not result in additional limitation beyond what was already reflected in the examination findings.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Hip and Thigh Disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 5, 2021
- Citation
- 21006793
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