The veteran's bilateral foot disability, characterized by hallux valgus, hammertoes, and pes cavus, is now rated at the highest possible evaluation of 50 percent from September 18, 2000.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found that the veteran's symptoms were consistent with a bilateral pes cavus condition, warranting the highest rating available under DC 5278.
- Claimed conditions
- Hallux Valgus, Hammertoes, Pes Cavus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- September 12, 2003
- Citation
- 0323800
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- Granted
The reduction of the rating for plantar fasciitis and right foot trauma with hallux valgus from 30% to 10% was improper, as the Veteran's symptoms did not improve. The rating has been reinstated.
- Granted
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.
- Granted
The Veteran's claim for an initial rating of 30 percent for residuals of a right great toe fracture is granted, effective from the date of the decision. The case is also remanded for further development regarding his TDIU claim and pes planus relationship.
- Denied
The Veteran's bilateral foot disabilities, including plantar fasciitis, pes planus, pes cavus, and sesamoiditis, do not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating prior to September 6, 2023.,From September 6, 2023, the Veteran is rated at the maximum schedular disability rating of 50 percent for his service-connected bilateral plantar fasciitis with pes planus, pes cavus, and sesamoiditis.
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