The Board has granted a 10 percent rating for right hip joint extension, but denied higher ratings for right hip joint flexion and thigh impairment.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right hip joint extension was limited to range of motion of 5 degrees at worst with pain during the appeal period. The criteria for a 10 percent rating were met.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Hip Joint Extension, Right Hip Joint Flexion, Right Hip Thigh Impairment
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 7, 2026
- Citation
- A26031334
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