The VA denied the appellant's claim for an increased evaluation in excess of 10 percent for his left knee scarring, finding that there was no functional loss or other basis for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show any limitation of function due to the left knee scarring and the current regulations do not allow for a rating in excess of 10 percent based on the size or nature of the scar alone.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee scarring
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- November 20, 2008
- Citation
- 0840090
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