The Veteran's appeal for increased ratings for residuals of left clavicle fracture and bilateral knee conditions was denied. The VA determined that the Veteran did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under applicable diagnostic codes.,Specifically, the VA found no evidence of dislocation or nonunion of the clavicle during the period on appeal, and limited range of motion in both knees does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms did not warrant a higher rating as his range of motion was within normal limits with no additional loss due to pain or repetitive use.
- Claimed conditions
- Residuals of left clavicle fracture, Patellofemoral syndrome of the knee (bilateral)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 21, 2020
- Citation
- 20067970
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