The Veteran's left shoulder disability was granted a 60 percent rating for the equivalent of loss of use of his left (minor) hand effective April 28, 2015.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the Veteran's consistent reports of severe pain and functional limitations during flare-ups, which were supported by medical evidence from examinations and testimony.
- Claimed conditions
- Loss of use of the left (minor) upper extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- April 28, 2025
- Citation
- 25005775
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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