The Veteran's left knee disability, including a torn ACL and meniscal conditions, has been rated at 30 percent since January 1, 2019. The rating is for the period from January 1, 2019 forward.
The deciding factor: The March 2015 VA examination found no ankylosis or other severe limitations of motion that would warrant a higher rating. However, the Veteran's subjective reports and treatment records indicate moderate instability and symptomatic removal of semilunar cartilage, which are reflected in the current 30 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Meniscal Conditions (meniscectomies)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- August 20, 2020
- Citation
- 20055287
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