The Veteran's service-connected left knee osteoarthritis did not meet the criteria for a higher rating through November 2, 2015. However, beginning January 1, 2017, when he had a total knee replacement, his disability warranted a separate 10 percent rating for other knee impairment.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee osteoarthritis did not meet the criteria for an increased rating under any applicable diagnostic codes due to its limited range of motion and functional limitations. However, after a total knee replacement, he was entitled to a separate 10 percent rating for his other knee impairment.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 29, 2018
- Citation
- 1805691
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