The Veteran's left knee disability, characterized by instability and limited extension/flexion, has been rated at 20 percent since August 4, 2005. The current rating is appropriate based on the evidence of record.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence supports a finding that the Veteran's left knee disability meets the criteria for a 20 percent rating under DC 5257 (instability) and separate ratings for limited extension/flexion, warranting an overall 20 percent evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- Lateral meniscus tear of the left knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 27, 2013
- Citation
- 1306759
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