The Veteran's appeal for higher ratings for his bilateral hip disabilities was denied. He is still entitled to a compensable rating for left hip strain (other impairment) and an initial 10 percent rating, but no higher, for right hip strain (other impairment). The other issues were denied.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support the Veteran's claims for increased ratings based on his reported symptoms and examination findings. His flexion was at worst 70 degrees, which is within the range for a 10 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5252. The right hip strain (limitation of adduction) resulted in an inability to cross legs, warranting a 10 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- left hip strain (other impairment), left hip strain (limitation of flexion), right hip strain (limitation of flexion), right hip strain (other impairment)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 13, 2026
- Citation
- A26002921
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