The Veteran's right foot disability, including degenerative arthritis and hallux valgus with first metatarsophalangeal joint arthritis, status post bunionectomy, is granted an increased rating of 10 percent prior to August 24, 2021. The left foot disability remains pending for further review.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right foot disability has been consistently rated at 10 percent since the initial claim in October 2014 and continues to be consistent with current symptoms of pain and flare-ups.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative arthritis, Hallux valgus with first metatarsophalangeal joint arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- November 3, 2022
- Citation
- 22062013
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
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