The VA denied an increased evaluation for the veteran's service-connected gunshot wound to the left knee, currently rated at 20 percent.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not support a higher rating based on muscle disability or arthritis of the knee.
- Claimed conditions
- gunshot wound to the left knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- June 20, 2005
- Citation
- 0516755
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining service personnel and drill pay records. The Veteran's claims for gunshot wound to the left knee, bipolar disorder, and PTSD are being reviewed.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeals for service connection for depression and anxiety with stress prior to the Board's decision.
- Granted
The Veteran is in need of regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected conditions, including PTSD with dysthymic disorder, dumping syndrome, and other disabilities. The Board has granted special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.
- Dismissed
The veteran withdrew his appeal for an increased rating for residuals of a gunshot wound to the left knee.
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