The Board remands the matter for a new VA examination to assess the current severity of the Veteran's left knee disabilities, as the previous examination report did not provide adequate information.
The deciding factor: The May 2018 VA examination report was found problematic due to its failure to provide separate range of motion findings in degrees and the lack of clear indication when pain started during active motion. A new examination is necessary to ensure a complete record for decision-making.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee degenerative joint disease with meniscal tear
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 4, 2021
- Citation
- 21061599
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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