The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including left tibia and fibula fracture with traumatic arthritis of the left ankle, fracture of proximal left femur with shortening, and degenerative joint disease of lumbosacral spine associated with residuals of the femur, are rated at their maximum levels.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have been evaluated based on their current manifestations and do not warrant higher ratings under any applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- left tibia and fibula fracture, fracture of proximal left femur, degenerative joint disease of lumbosacral spine
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 20, 2010
- Citation
- 1047325
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