Denied
The Board denied an increased rating for the Veteran's right shoulder strain with impingement syndrome, acromial spurs, type II acromion, and arthritis AC joint, as the disability picture did not more closely approximate limitation of the major arm midway between side and shoulder level.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran's range of motion was limited but did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under DC 5201.
- Claimed conditions
- right shoulder strain with impingement syndrome, acromial spurs, type II acromion, and arthritis AC joint
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 17, 2025
- Citation
- A25089675
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