The Veteran's left knee osteoarthritis and meniscus tear have been rated based on their schedular criteria. The Board has found that the current ratings are appropriate for these conditions.,However, due to additional functional loss from pain and other symptoms, a higher rating is being remanded for consideration of extraschedular evaluation.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's knee conditions have been rated based on their schedular criteria. However, there is evidence of additional functional loss not accounted for by the current ratings.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Osteoarthritis, Left Knee Meniscus Tear
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 12, 2020
- Citation
- 20072697
What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
What you can do next
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