The Veteran's left knee limitation of extension is granted at a maximum rating of 50 percent.,The Veteran's left knee limitation of flexion prior to February 19, 2020 is granted with a separate evaluation of 20 percent.,The Veteran's left knee limitation of flexion from February 19, 2020 is granted with an evaluation of 20 percent.,The Veteran's right knee limitation of extension is granted at a maximum rating of 50 percent.,The Veteran's right knee limitation of flexion prior to February 19, 2020 is granted with a separate evaluation of 20 percent.,The Veteran's right knee limitation of flexion from February 19, 2020 is granted with an evaluation of 20 percent.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran’s range of motion measurements were limited to 45 degrees for both knees and pain was noted throughout the appeal period.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Limitation of Extension, Right Knee Limitation of Extension, Left Knee Limitation of Flexion, Right Knee Limitation of Flexion
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- June 15, 2020
- Citation
- 20040593
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the claims for an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for left knee limitation of flexion and for an initial compensable rating for left knee limitation of extension due to stable symptomatology throughout the appeal period.
- Granted
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- Denied
The Veteran's disability ratings for right knee hemarthrosis, limitation of flexion, and diastolic dysfunction were denied. The reduction in the rating for right knee hemarthrosis was also denied.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the claims for increased ratings for various knee disabilities and entitlement to special monthly compensation (SMC) due to the need for regular aid and attendance. The Veteran needs additional VA examinations to determine the severity of her service-connected knee disabilities, including whether she requires assistance with daily activities.
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