The Veteran's left hand fracture residuals were granted a 10 percent rating prior to January 20, 2022. From January 20, 2022, the Veteran is denied increased ratings for his left thumb pain and other finger pains.,For the period from January 20, 2022, the Veteran's left ring finger and little finger pain do not meet criteria for a compensable rating.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner noted that there was no gap of more than two inches between the thumb pad and the fingers, with the thumb attempting to oppose the fingers. The Veteran’s symptoms were described as continued pain in his left hand, decreased range of motion, and decreased ability to grasp.,The Veteran's left ring finger and little finger pain do not meet criteria for a compensable rating due to lack of gap between the thumb pad and the fingers.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of Left Hand Fracture, Left Thumb Pain, Left Index Finger Pain, Left Long Finger Pain, Left Ring Finger Pain, Left Little Finger Pain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 29, 2022
- Citation
- 22043399
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