The Veteran's right knee disability was characterized by flexion to 140 degrees and extension of 0 degrees, without recurrent subluxation or instability. From June 20, 2012, the Veteran's right knee disability was characterized by flexion greater than 90 degrees and extension of 0 degrees, with dislocation of semilunar cartilage with frequent episodes of locking, pain and effusion, and with slight instability of the knee. The Board found that a higher rating is not warranted for any period.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee disability was characterized by flexion to 140 degrees and extension of 0 degrees without recurrent subluxation or instability prior to June 20, 2012. From June 20, 2012, the Veteran's right knee disability was characterized by flexion greater than 90 degrees with dislocation of semilunar cartilage with frequent episodes of locking, pain and effusion, and slight instability of the knee.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Knee Arthroscopic Surgery
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 20, 2013
- Citation
- 1305895
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- Granted
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- Denied
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