The Board granted an increased 40 percent rating for the right shoulder condition and a 20 percent rating for scars of the right shoulder, but denied an initial compensable rating for residuals of testicular torsion.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's range of motion in his right shoulder was limited to 24 degrees, which corresponds to a 40 percent rating under DC 5201. The three painful scars on the right shoulder also warranted a 20 percent rating under DC 7804.

Claimed conditions

right shoulder condition, scars of the right shoulder, residuals of testicular torsion

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

40%

Decision date

November 25, 2025

Citation

A25102180

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