Denied
The Board denied an evaluation in excess of zero percent for a right ankle scar and an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for residuals from a right ankle sprain and fracture.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right ankle condition did not meet the criteria for a higher rating due to limited range of motion and arthritis, but did warrant a 10% rating under DC 5271.
- Claimed conditions
- right ankle scar, right ankle condition (residuals from a right ankle sprain and fracture)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- October 14, 2025
- Citation
- A25088155
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