The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for internal derangement syndrome of the left knee and osteoarthritis of the left knee have been denied as his conditions do not warrant a higher rating under the applicable VA Rating Schedule.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee conditions, specifically internal derangement syndrome and osteoarthritis, did not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating based on the current evidence of record. The range of motion in both knees was within normal limits with no significant functional loss due to pain or instability.
- Claimed conditions
- Internal Derangement Syndrome of the Left Knee, Osteoarthritis of the Left Knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 13, 2009
- Citation
- 0943309
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