The Veteran's initial evaluations for left and right knee disabilities have been granted at 20 percent each.,A separate evaluation of 10 percent has also been granted for frequent locking episodes with pain and effusion in the right knee post-meniscectomy.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran's flexion limitation in both knees is no less than 25 degrees, meeting the criteria for a 20 percent evaluation under DC 5260.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Arthritis (based on limitation of flexion), Right Knee Arthritis (based on limitation of flexion), Residuals of Left Knee Meniscectomy, Frequent Locking Episodes with Pain and Effusion of Right Knee Post-Meniscectomy, Duodenal Ulcer
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- September 20, 2022
- Citation
- 22053320
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What this means for you
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