The Board remands the case for additional development, specifically requiring a new VA examination to properly assess the severity of the Veteran's left hip disability.
The deciding factor: The previous examinations did not provide sufficient information regarding weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing range of motion assessments, as well as a complete assessment of flare-ups, which are necessary for proper evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- left hip strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 13, 2025
- Citation
- 25006424
What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
What you can do next
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