The veteran's right and left knee patellofemoral syndromes were rated at 10 percent from February 1, 1995, to June 20, 2000. From June 20, 2000, the ratings increased to 30 percent for each knee. The duodenal ulcer was rated as 10 percent disabling since February 1, 1995. Right and left ulnar neuropathies were both rated at 10 percent.
The deciding factor: The veteran's service-connected conditions did not meet the criteria for higher ratings based on their current manifestations or progression.
- Claimed conditions
- patellofemoral syndrome of the right knee, patellofemoral syndrome of the left knee, duodenal ulcer, right ulnar neuropathy, left ulnar neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- February 7, 2002
- Citation
- 0201266
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- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has found a duty to assist error occurred and remands the case for an addendum opinion regarding whether the Veteran's diagnosed right ulnar neuropathy is etiologically related to his active service, including conceded in-service exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and duodenal ulcer have been dismissed as the appeal was made concurrently with a previously pending supplemental claim.
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