The veteran's left knee disability, characterized by severe degenerative arthritis and instability, has been rated at 20 percent since February 2002.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations consistently documented significant pain and decreased range of motion in the left knee, warranting a higher rating than what was initially assigned.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative Arthritis of the Left Knee, Instability of the Left Knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- March 14, 2003
- Citation
- 0304858
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What this means for you
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