The Board denied higher initial ratings for the Veteran's right hip disabilities and remanded an issue regarding special monthly compensation based on loss of use of the feet.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that the Veteran's right hip flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, or external rotation were limited to a degree that would warrant higher ratings under applicable diagnostic codes. The Board also found no functional ankylosis and denied SMC based on loss of use of the feet.
- Claimed conditions
- Right hip limitation of extension, Right hip limitation of flexion, Right hip impairment of thigh
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- June 12, 2025
- Citation
- A25051754
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