The Board granted a 30 percent rating for limitation of flexion and degenerative disease of the right elbow from January 23, 2017, to August 28, 2020, but denied ratings in excess of 30 percent. A 10 percent rating was also granted for limitation of extension during this period.

The deciding factor: The evidence supported a 30 percent rating based on the degree of flexion and degenerative disease, but not higher due to the lack of additional functional loss or impairment beyond that level.

Claimed conditions

limitation of flexion of the right elbow, degenerative disease of the right elbow, limitation of extension of the right elbow, right wrist radius and ulnar fracture

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

30%

Decision date

December 16, 2025

Citation

25014951

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