The Board denied a rating in excess of 20 percent for the Veteran's right shoulder disability based on the evidence showing limitation of flexion and abduction less than 90 degrees but more than 45 degrees.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show additional functional loss or limitation during flare-ups that would warrant a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5201.
- Claimed conditions
- residuals, status post right shoulder arthroscopic anterior and posterior labral repair
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- June 26, 2025
- Citation
- A25055462
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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