The Veteran's right shoulder disability, including rotator cuff tendinopathy, arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint, and biceps tendonitis, is rated at 30 percent since February 1, 2020. The rating is denied as it does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right shoulder disability has been manifested by limited range of motion with flexion to 20 degrees and abduction to 35 degrees, which corresponds to a 30 percent rating under DCs 5201 (limitation of motion at shoulder level).
- Claimed conditions
- rotator cuff tendinopathy, arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint, biceps tendonitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- April 29, 2021
- Citation
- 21025980
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