The Veteran's right knee disability, characterized by chrondromalacia of the patella and degenerative joint disease, is currently rated at 10 percent under Diagnostic Code 5257. The Board finds that separate ratings for instability (rated as 10%) and limitation of motion (rated as 10%) are warranted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee disability includes chrondromalacia of the patella, which is evaluated under Diagnostic Code 5257, resulting in a 10 percent rating. Additionally, degenerative joint disease was found on MRI and x-ray, warranting separate ratings for instability (due to chronic pain and weakness) and limitation of motion.
- Claimed conditions
- chrondromalacia of the patella, degenerative joint disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- October 12, 2011
- Citation
- 1137989
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