The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his left knee disability was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a rating in excess of 20 percent for the period after April 7, 2016.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show limitation of extension to 20 degrees or worse during the period on appeal.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee arthritis with limitation of extension
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 6, 2019
- Citation
- 19191788
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Partly granted
The Board granted a 10 percent rating for left knee arthritis with limitation of extension, finding credible evidence of pain during range of motion.
- Dismissed
The Board dismissed the Veteran's appeals for earlier effective dates for service connection of several conditions, including degenerative arthritis of the spine and various knee issues.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's hypertension is not rated as compensable, and the Board has remanded for further evaluation of his OSA/asthma, left knee disabilities (flexion), instability, and limitation of extension.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional examinations and opinions to address the severity of his left knee and ankle disabilities, as well as any current vein disability. The goal is to ensure that all relevant factors are considered in determining appropriate ratings.
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