The Veteran's knee and foot disabilities have been rated at the maximum available rating of 30 percent, effective August 2014.
The deciding factor: The VA examination revealed moderate patellar subluxation/dislocation in both knees and a moderately severe foot injury with plantar fasciitis. These findings were consistent with the current disability ratings assigned under DCs 5260 (limitation of flexion) and 5284 (foot injuries).
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Patellar Subluxation/Dislocation, Right Knee Patellar Subluxation/Dislocation, Left Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome, Right Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis of Left Foot, Plantar Fasciitis of Right Foot
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- July 29, 2015
- Citation
- 1532391
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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.
- Denied
The Veteran's claims for PTSD, an initial rating in excess of 50 percent for acquired psychiatric disorder, and increased ratings for left knee patellofemoral syndrome and left lower extremity radiculopathy were denied. The Veteran's claim for a TDIU was also remanded.
- Granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, including patellofemoral syndrome and meniscal disorder, is rated at 30 percent effective December 4, 2018.
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