The Board has determined that the reduction of the Veteran's left shoulder disability rating from 30 percent to 20 percent was improper and is void ab initio. The criteria for an increased evaluation in excess of 20 percent prior to July 21, 2010 have not been met or approximated. For the period from July 21, 2010 forward, the criteria for an increased evaluation in excess of 30 percent have also not been met or approximated.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left shoulder disability is manifested by complaints of pain and limitation of motion at various levels, but does not meet the criteria for a higher rating under any applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- AC separation of the left shoulder, degenerative changes, tendonitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 10, 2022
- Citation
- 22007602
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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- Whole decision: Denied
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- Whole decision: Granted
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