The veteran's claims for increased ratings for hallux valgus of the left and right feet, as well as chondromalacia patella of the right and left knees with arthritis, were denied. The claim for a separate 10% rating based on multiple noncompensable service-connected disabilities was also denied.
The deciding factor: The VA determined that there was no evidence to support granting increased ratings for any of the conditions listed in the appeal.
- Claimed conditions
- Chondromalacia Patella, Hallux Valgus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 15, 2003
- Citation
- 0307268
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The Board has restored the Veteran's 20% disability rating for his left foot condition, effective May 1, 2022. The Veteran is not entitled to a higher rating.
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