The Veteran's increased ratings for her left knee chondromalacia patella and right knee meniscal tear with osteoarthritis were granted, but the rating for the latter condition was increased to 20% effective May 4, 2012.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations conducted in April 2015 found that the Veteran's right knee disability had worsened and more nearly approximated a dislocated semilunar cartilage with frequent episodes of locking, pain, and effusion into the joint. The Board determined this warranted a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Chondromalacia Patella, Right Knee Meniscal Tear with Osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- April 12, 2016
- Citation
- 1614881
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