The Veteran's bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis disability has been rated at 30 percent since July 28, 2009. The current rating is the highest possible under Diagnostic Code 5276.
The deciding factor: The VA examination findings and medical history did not meet the criteria for a higher rating as the Veteran's symptoms were consistent with severe bilateral pes planus but not pronounced bilateral pes planus.
- Claimed conditions
- Bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- June 7, 2016
- Citation
- 1622913
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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