The Veteran's disability ratings for left knee DJD with limited extension, right knee DJD with limited extension, and residuals of right ankle sprains were restored to their previous levels.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show sustained improvement in the Veteran’s service-connected conditions that would warrant a reduction in rating.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee DJD with limited extension, right knee DJD with limited extension, residuals of right ankle sprains
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- June 4, 2018
- Citation
- 18107879
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- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal of 13 issues, including service connection claims for various conditions and disability ratings. The Board dismissed the appeal as a result.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected right knee DJD with patellar chondromalacia status post tendon rupture repair, right knee DJD with limited extension, and right patella mild subluxation did not meet the criteria for higher initial ratings through September 18, 2012.
- Denied
The Veteran's service treatment records show he had two ankle sprains during his active duty. However, the VA examinations and medical evidence do not indicate any current right ankle disability.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of right ankle sprains is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including an examination.
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