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The Board denied the Veteran's claims for ratings in excess of 20 percent for his right and left shoulder disabilities, finding that the evidence did not support a higher rating based on limitation of motion.

The deciding factor: The VA examinations showed painful motion but no additional functional loss during flare-ups or after repetitive use over time. The Veteran's range of motion was found to be within limits that do not warrant a 30 percent rating under DC 5201.

Claimed conditions
Right Shoulder Limitation of Motion, Left Shoulder Limitation of Motion
How they argued it
Direct service connection
Exposure basis
None
Rating assigned
20%
Decision date
May 3, 2021
Citation
21026426

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