The Veteran's right foot hallux rigidus, hallus valgus, degenerative changes at the first metatarsophalangeal joint, and plantar calcaneal spur are currently rated as 10 percent disabling prior to February 7, 2018. Since February 7, 2018, they remain rated as 10 percent disabling.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right foot hallux rigidus, hallus valgus, and degenerative changes at the first metatarsophalangeal joint are currently rated based on their moderate severity. The plantar calcaneal spur is also rated as 10 percent disabling since February 7, 2018.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Foot Hallux Rigidus, Right Foot Hallus Valgus, Degenerative Changes at the 1st Metatarsophalangeal Joint of Right Foot, Plantar Calcaneal Spur of Right Foot
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- September 13, 2018
- Citation
- 18134629
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