The Board found that the appellant's pes planus is currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum schedular rating available under Diagnostic Code 5276. The claim for an initial rating in excess of 30 percent was denied as there is no evidence to support a higher evaluation.
The deciding factor: The VA examination reports did not show any pronounced bilateral flatfoot disability (marked pronation, extreme tenderness of plantar surfaces of the feet, marked inward displacement and severe spasm of the tendo Achilles on manipulation) that would warrant an increased rating under Diagnostic Code 5276.
- Claimed conditions
- Pes planus, Right knee osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- June 20, 2012
- Citation
- 1221440
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Denied
The Board denied the appellant's claim for an increased rating for pes planus of the left foot as he failed to report for a necessary VA examination without good cause.
- Granted
The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for right knee instability is granted, with a 30 percent rating. The claims for increased ratings for right knee osteoarthritis (flexion) and left hip strain, osteoarthritis and bursitis based on painful motion are denied. The claim for an increased rating for right ankle osteoarthritis is also denied.
- Denied
The Board found no evidence of a current bilateral foot pain disorder related to service and denied the claim.
- Granted
The Board has determined that the Veteran's right knee condition is etiologically related to service and grants service connection for this disability.
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