The veteran's service-connected left knee disability, including degenerative joint disease and instability, is currently rated at 20 percent for the period from April 27, 2000 to May 1, 2000. The RO has also granted a separate 10 percent rating for instability of the left knee. Additionally, the veteran's convalescence following multiple surgeries on her left knee is recognized and rated as temporary total disability.
The deciding factor: The veteran's service-connected degenerative joint disease and instability have been evaluated based on their current manifestations and effects on function, resulting in a 20 percent rating for the period from April 27, 2000 to May 1, 2000. The RO has also granted a separate 10 percent rating for instability of the left knee.
- Claimed conditions
- degenerative joint disease, left knee, instability of the left knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 31, 2003
- Citation
- 0336702
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