The veteran's right knee disorder was rated at 30 percent prior to September 25, 1997. After a total knee replacement in 1997, the rating increased to 40 percent from January 5, 2000 onwards.,Postoperative residuals of a left knee meniscus tear with degenerative joint disease were rated at 10 percent since December 1996.
The deciding factor: The veteran's right knee disorder was rated based on the severity of his symptoms and functional impairment, including instability and pain. The left knee condition was rated based on its associated degenerative changes.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Knee Disorder, Left Knee Meniscus Tear with Degenerative Joint Disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- March 19, 2001
- Citation
- 0108019
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