Partly grantedPACT Act
The veteran was granted a 10% rating for right hip strain with impairment of the thigh but denied a compensable rating for right hip strain with limitation of extension. The claims for service connection for melanoma and scars from melanoma removal, as well as TDIU, were remanded.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the extent to which motion is limited and the criteria for ratings under specific diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- right hip strain with limitation of extension, right hip strain with impairment of the thigh, melanoma, scars from melanoma removal
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 10, 2025
- Citation
- A25002408
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