A separate 20 percent rating for moderate lateral instability of the left knee is granted effective from May 4, 2018. An initial rating in excess of 10 percent for left knee strain remains denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee had at least 80 degrees of flexion and normal extension throughout the period on appeal, even with consideration of additional functional limits due to pain, weakness, incoordination or flare-ups. The VA examinations did not show limitation of motion sufficient for a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Strain, Lateral Instability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 4, 2019
- Citation
- 19191229
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