The Veteran's left ankle disorder with postoperative scar was denied a rating in excess of 10 percent, as the evidence did not show marked limitation of motion.
The deciding factor: Based on the range of motion findings and the lack of significant functional impairment, the Board found that moderate limitation of motion warranted the current 10 percent rating, but marked limitation was not shown to support a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- left ankle disorder with postoperative scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- February 20, 2009
- Citation
- 0906467
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Remanded (sent back)
The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for his left ankle disorder with postoperative scar is being remanded to provide him with proper notice and a new examination.
- Granted
The Board granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, effective from the date of the February 2025 rating decision.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claim for a medical examination to determine if the Veteran's current neck strain is related to his in-service activities.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claim for a rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD due to an inadequate medical opinion.
We are not the VA. Veterans’ Rights is an independent resource built for veterans. We are not the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, not part of the government, and not endorsed by any government agency.
This is general information, not legal advice. For advice about your own situation, talk to a VA-accredited representative — many help for free.