Partly granted
The veteran's rating for carpal tunnel syndrome in the right hand was restored to 30% and an increased rating of 20% was granted for the left hand. However, increased ratings were denied for PTSD and right knee strain.
The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence available at the time of the prior decision, with no new evidence submission or hearing request.
- Claimed conditions
- carpal tunnel syndrome, right median nerve, carpal tunnel syndrome, left median nerve, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), right knee strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 29, 2025
- Citation
- A25007919
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