The Veteran's left ankle disability is rated at 20% prior to November 18, 2011, and 40% as of that date. A separate 30% rating is granted for a severe left foot injury from June 14, 2010, to November 18, 2011.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's ankle disability was rated based on limitation of motion and ankylosis, with the maximum schedular ratings assigned. A separate rating for a severe left foot injury is granted as it encompasses additional symptoms such as muscle weakness and nerve damage.
- Claimed conditions
- left ankle limitation of motion, severe left foot injury
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- August 3, 2020
- Citation
- 20051389
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