The Veteran's appeal for higher ratings for left foot hallux valgus and right foot hallux valgus was denied. The Veteran is currently receiving a 10 percent rating for his left foot hallux valgus, which is the maximum schedular rating permitted for unilateral hallux valgus absent amputation of the great toe with removal of the metatarsal head. For his right foot hallux valgus, he received a compensable rating.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left foot hallux valgus was rated as 10 percent disabling due to its severity and the fact that it is already receiving the maximum schedular rating for unilateral hallux valgus. For his right foot hallux valgus, he received a compensable rating based on painful motion.
- Claimed conditions
- left foot hallux valgus, right foot hallux valgus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- November 18, 2020
- Citation
- 20073851
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