The Veteran's left knee condition, characterized by recurrent subluxation and lateral instability, is currently rated at 30 percent. A separate 10 percent rating for arthritis of the left knee is granted. The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome does not warrant a disability rating in excess of 20 percent.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee condition has been evaluated based on recurrent subluxation and lateral instability, resulting in a 30 percent evaluation under Diagnostic Code 5257. A separate 10 percent rating is granted for arthritis with functional limitation of flexion, as evidenced by pain, weakened movement, swelling, and interference with sitting, standing, and weight bearing. The Veteran's chronic fatigue syndrome does not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Condition
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- July 21, 2014
- Citation
- 1432454
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