The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for right knee limitation of extension, right lower extremity scars, and left upper thigh scar were denied as the evidence did not show that any condition warranted a compensable rating under applicable VA regulations.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not demonstrate that the Veteran's conditions met or approximated the criteria for a compensable rating under the applicable DCs at any time during the appeal period.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Knee Limitation of Extension, Right Lower Extremity Scars, Left Upper Thigh Scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 3, 2022
- Citation
- 22012447
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Granted
The Board has granted separate ratings of 10 percent for right knee instability and limitation of extension, finding that the Veteran's symptoms do not require a prescription from a medical provider for a brace or cane.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the claims for increased ratings for various knee disabilities and entitlement to special monthly compensation (SMC) due to the need for regular aid and attendance. The Veteran needs additional VA examinations to determine the severity of her service-connected knee disabilities, including whether she requires assistance with daily activities.
- Granted
The Veteran's right ankle and knee disabilities have been granted increased ratings, with the highest rating of 50% for right knee limitation of extension from September 1, 2023 to June 24, 2024. Other issues related to instability and locking have also been addressed.
- Dismissed
The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeals as untimely, and denied any extension of time to file an appeal.
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