The Veteran's bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis and calcaneal spurs is currently rated as 30 percent disabling from June 1, 2010 to February 10, 2017.,From February 10, 2017 onward, the Veteran's disability remains at a 30 percent rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence supports a 30 percent rating for bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis and calcaneal spurs from June 1, 2010 to February 10, 2017. The July 2017 x-ray report did not show significant changes compared to previous imaging studies.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis and calcaneal spurs
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- July 2, 2020
- Citation
- 20044478
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