The Board denied a higher rating for the Veteran's left ankle tendonitis, finding that the evidence did not support a rating greater than 10 percent under either the old or new criteria.
The deciding factor: The degree of limitation of motion in the Veteran's left ankle was found to be moderate, which is consistent with a 10% disability rating. The Board noted that there were no additional limitations due to pain, instability, or other factors during flare-ups.
- Claimed conditions
- left ankle tendonitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- October 28, 2021
- Citation
- 21066122
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Dismissed
The Board dismissed the Veteran's claims for service connection for lumbar strain and a rating higher than 10 percent for left ankle tendonitis. The right ankle tendonitis claim was granted.
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