The Veteran's left knee arthritis (formerly patella femoral pain syndrome) is currently rated at 10 percent, and the claim for an increased rating has been denied.,Prior to October 5, 2020, the Veteran was granted a 10 percent evaluation for his achilles tendonitis, left ankle. From that date forward, the claim for an increased rating remains denied.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not show limitation of motion or instability sufficient to warrant higher ratings under applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee arthritis (formerly patella femoral pain syndrome), achilles tendonitis, left ankle
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 12, 2021
- Citation
- 21021214
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