The Veteran's right shoulder and wrist sprains are rated at the maximum allowable under VA rating criteria, with no additional ratings warranted based on functional loss or other factors.,The Veteran's left ankle sprain is currently rated at 10 percent prior to April 26, 2024, and 30 percent thereafter. The evidence does not support a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right shoulder and wrist conditions are already rated at the maximum allowable under VA criteria.,The left ankle condition is currently rated based on moderate limitation of motion with no additional factors warranting an increased rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Shoulder Sprain, Right Wrist Sprain, Left Ankle Sprain, Left Foot Second, Third, and Fourth Toes (Status Post Fracture)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 11, 2024
- Citation
- A24082618
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