The Board denied higher ratings for the veteran's left and right hip disabilities, granted separate 10 percent ratings for certain conditions, and denied an initial compensable rating for a left thigh scar.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the extent of functional impairment due to pain with flare-ups and after repeated use over time, as well as the specific criteria outlined in the diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Hip Limitation of Flexion, Left Hip Impairment (Limitation of Adduction), Right Hip Limitation of Flexion, Right Hip Impairment (Limitation of Adduction), Right Hip Limitation of Extension, Left Thigh Scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 21, 2024
- Citation
- A24067575
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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- Denied
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