The Veteran's right knee patellofemoral syndrome is currently rated at 20 percent, and his left knee patellofemoral syndrome with degenerative joint disease is also rated at 20 percent. Both conditions are not manifested by locking, ankylosis, recurrent subluxation, impairment of the tibia and fibula or genu recurvatum; flexion has never been limited to 15 degrees or less and extension has never been limited to 20 degrees or more.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee patellofemoral syndrome is not manifested by any additional limitation of motion beyond the assigned 20 percent rating, as his range of motion does not meet the criteria for higher ratings under Diagnostic Codes 5260 and 5261. The left knee patellofemoral syndrome with degenerative joint disease also does not meet the criteria for a higher rating due to its similar limitation of flexion.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome, Left Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome with Degenerative Joint Disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- July 11, 2014
- Citation
- 1431217
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has dismissed the Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates and has remanded his claims for initial rating determinations due to the need for additional medical opinions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's right knee disabilities have been rated based on the severity of his symptoms, including pain and instability. The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed to make a determination regarding the appropriate disability ratings for these conditions.
- Granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, including patellofemoral syndrome and meniscal disorder, is rated at 30 percent effective December 4, 2018.
- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's appeal for eligibility to direct payment of attorney fees based on past-due benefits granted in a July 2023 Board decision and effectuated in a January 2024 rating decision.
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