The Veteran's left knee disability, characterized by frequent episodes of locking, pain, and effusion, warrants a 20 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5258. A separate compensable rating for limitation of motion is not warranted.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran experiences frequent episodes of 'locking', pain, and effusion in his left knee, which supports a 20 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5258. Limitation of flexion has never been limited to less than 60 degrees, precluding a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Lateral capsular tear, Arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- October 31, 2012
- Citation
- 1237395
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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