The veteran's service-connected right knee meniscus tear and degenerative joint disease have been rated at 20 percent since April 1, 2000. Prior to February 11, 2000, the rating was 10 percent.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found moderate instability and subluxation of the right knee post-surgery in February 2000, which is consistent with a 20% evaluation under Diagnostic Code 5257. The veteran's symptoms have not improved to warrant an increase beyond this rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Meniscus tear of the right knee, Degenerative joint disease of the right knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- September 16, 2003
- Citation
- 0324183
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claims for further development to ensure that the severity of the Veteran's bilateral knee disability is accurately assessed without considering the ameliorative effects of medication.
- Granted
The Board granted increased ratings for the Veteran's degenerative spondylosis at L5-S1, left and right shoulder disabilities, left and right knee disabilities, and depressive disorder.
- Denied
The Board denied the claim for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for degenerative joint disease of the right knee based on the evidence showing limitation of flexion to 135 degrees and extension to 5 degrees, which did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.
- Partly granted
The Veteran's right knee disability was granted a rating of 50 percent, but no higher, for limitation of extension. TDIU was also granted due to the inability to secure and follow substantially gainful employment.
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