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The Board denied the Veteran's claims for an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for left index finger and left long finger disabilities.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the criteria for an evaluation in excess of 10 percent had not been met.

Claimed conditions
left index finger disability, left long finger disability
How they argued it
Direct service connection
Exposure basis
None
Rating assigned
10%
Decision date
January 15, 2025
Citation
25000558

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