The veteran's service-connected left fibula fracture residuals are currently rated at 20 percent, and he is denied entitlement to a higher rating. The Board also found that the veteran does not meet the criteria for TDIU due to his service-connected disability.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner did not find evidence of marked impairment in ankle or knee function, which would warrant a higher rating under Code 5262. The veteran's education and experience were considered, but he was found capable of sedentary employment despite the need to avoid certain activities due to his service-connected disability.
- Claimed conditions
- Left fibula fracture residuals
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- April 29, 2003
- Citation
- 0308074
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