The VA denied a claim for an evaluation in excess of 20 percent for the veteran's service-connected chondromalacia of the right patella with history of posterior thigh muscle strain, finding that his current disability does not warrant such a rating.
The deciding factor: The VA found that the veteran's current knee condition did not meet the criteria for an evaluation in excess of 20 percent as there was no evidence of limitation of flexion to less than 45 degrees, which is required for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5260.
- Claimed conditions
- chondromalacia of the right patella, history of posterior thigh muscle strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 19, 2006
- Citation
- 0632621
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for chondromalacia of the right patella and entitlement to TDIU due to conflicting evidence regarding flare-ups, instability, and functional loss. The case is also remanded for an updated examination.
- Denied
The Board denied a rating in excess of 10 percent prior to May 16, 2000, and in excess of 20 percent after May 16, 2000, for chondromalacia of the right patella with history of posterior thigh muscle strain.
- Remanded (sent back)
The veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent for chondromalacia of the right patella was remanded to obtain additional evidence and provide proper VCAA notice.
- Denied
The veteran's claims for higher initial ratings for his chronic low back strain and bilateral knee disabilities were denied. The RO assigned a 20% rating for the low back disability effective January 21, 2004.
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