The Veteran's right deltoid region scar, sinusitis, and acquired psychiatric disorder have been granted. The right deltoid region scar is rated at 10 percent effective September 28, 2024. The initial compensable rating for sinusitis has been granted with an effective date of May 20, 2023. The initial 70 percent rating for the acquired psychiatric disorder has been granted with an effective date of May 20, 2024.
The deciding factor: The evidence supported a finding that the Veteran's right deltoid region scar warranted a 10 percent rating, but no higher, from September 28, 2024. The sinusitis was rated as noncompensable due to lack of incapacitating episodes and history of sinus surgery. The acquired psychiatric disorder met criteria for a 70 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- right deltoid region scar, sinusitis, acquired psychiatric disorder
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 18, 2026
- Citation
- A26014674
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