Denied
The Board denied a compensable evaluation for pseudofolliculitis barbae, and denied ratings in excess of the current evaluations for left shoulder acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis and right knee strain with limitation of flexion and extension.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's conditions did not meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation or higher rating based on the evidence provided during the appeal period.
- Claimed conditions
- Pseudofolliculitis barbae, Left shoulder acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis, Right knee strain (flexion and extension)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 11, 2025
- Citation
- A25107419
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