The Board denied an increased initial rating for the Veteran's left hip osteoarthritis, finding that the evidence of record did not support a higher or separate rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence of record did not show symptoms more nearly approximating flexion limited to 30 degrees, which would warrant a higher evaluation under DC 5252. Additionally, awarding a separate 10 percent evaluation for compensable limitation of adduction with painful motion would constitute pyramiding.
- Claimed conditions
- left hip osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 21, 2024
- Citation
- A24067341
What this means for you
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