The Board denied an increased rating for the Veteran's residuals of a right great toe fracture, finding that his condition was moderate in severity and did not warrant a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran's residuals of a right great toe fracture were moderate in nature, with pain but no loss of use of the foot. The examiner found no significant functional impairment after repeated use over time.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals of a right great toe fracture
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- October 19, 2023
- Citation
- A23029007
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