The Veteran's service-connected pes planus with hallux valgus and hammer toes of both feet have been rated at 30 percent since the entire period on appeal, reflecting pronounced disability.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms, including marked pronation, extreme tenderness of the plantar surfaces of the feet, and hammertoes, meet the criteria for a 30 percent rating under DC 5276.
- Claimed conditions
- Pes Planus (Flat Feet), Hallux Valgus, Hammer Toes
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- December 7, 2017
- Citation
- 1756591
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Granted
The reduction of the rating for plantar fasciitis and right foot trauma with hallux valgus from 30% to 10% was improper, as the Veteran's symptoms did not improve. The rating has been reinstated.
- Granted
The Board has restored the Veteran's 20% disability rating for his left foot condition, effective May 1, 2022. The Veteran is not entitled to a higher rating.
- Granted
The Veteran's claim for an initial rating of 30 percent for residuals of a right great toe fracture is granted, effective from the date of the decision. The case is also remanded for further development regarding his TDIU claim and pes planus relationship.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that a remand is needed to obtain an adequate VA medical opinion regarding the nature and likely cause of any right foot disability, including hallux valgus (bunions), hammer toes, heel spur, and reported history of right foot injury. The issue remains denied.
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