The Veteran's left shoulder arthroscopic labral tear repair with residual pain and decreased range of motion is granted a disability rating of 30 percent, but no higher. Other conditions are denied or not rated.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence does not support a higher rating for the Veteran's left shoulder condition as it only meets the criteria for a 30 percent rating based on limitation to midway between the side and shoulder level of the major extremity.
- Claimed conditions
- Status Post-Left Shoulder Arthroscopic Labral Tear Repair with Residual Pain and Decreased Range of Motion, Iliopsoas Tendinitis, Left Thigh (Impaired Extension), Iliopsoas Tendinitis, Left Thigh (Impaired Flexion), Iliopsoas Tendinitis, Left Thigh (Impaired Rotation), Erectile Dysfunction, Hypertension, Left Elbow Limitation of Supination, Left Elbow Strain, Lumbosacral Strain, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Left Knee; Shin Splints, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Right Knee; Shin Splints, Shoulder Scars (Posterior), Tension Headaches
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- February 9, 2026
- Citation
- A26011771
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