The Veteran's left knee patellofemoral syndrome is rated at 20 percent for the entire period on appeal.,The Veteran's right knee patellofemoral syndrome is rated at 30 percent for the entire period on appeal.,A separate compensable rating of 10 percent, but no higher, is granted for left knee instability for the entire period on appeal.,A separate compensable rating of 10 percent, but no higher, is granted for right knee instability for the entire period on appeal.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left and right knee disabilities meet the criteria for the assigned ratings based on their severity as per VA regulations.,The Veteran's right knee disability meets the criteria for a rating of 30 percent due to its severity, including instability.,Left knee instability is found to be present but not severe enough to warrant a higher rating under DC 5257.,Right knee instability is found to be present and warrants a separate compensable rating.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome, Right Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 18, 2022
- Citation
- 22046895
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has dismissed the Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates and has remanded his claims for initial rating determinations due to the need for additional medical opinions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's right knee disabilities have been rated based on the severity of his symptoms, including pain and instability. The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed to make a determination regarding the appropriate disability ratings for these conditions.
- Denied
The Veteran's claims for PTSD, an initial rating in excess of 50 percent for acquired psychiatric disorder, and increased ratings for left knee patellofemoral syndrome and left lower extremity radiculopathy were denied. The Veteran's claim for a TDIU was also remanded.
- Granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, including patellofemoral syndrome and meniscal disorder, is rated at 30 percent effective December 4, 2018.
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