The Veteran's right shoulder strain, bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis (prior to October 18, 2019), and bilateral hallux valgus were all granted initial disability ratings. However, the Veteran's bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis was denied a higher rating since October 18, 2019, and his right foot hallux valgus and left foot hallux valgus were each granted an initial disability rating of 10 percent. A separate 10 percent disability rating for bilateral plantar fasciitis was granted effective February 7, 2021.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right shoulder strain did not meet the criteria for a higher than 20% rating as his range of motion did not limit it to midway between the side and shoulder level. The Veteran's bilateral pes planus with plantar fasciitis was rated at 30% since October 18, 2019, which is the maximum rating available under Diagnostic Code 5276 for severe flatfoot. His right foot hallux valgus and left foot hallux valgus were each granted a 10% rating as they are equivalent to amputation of the great toe or surgical resection of the metatarsal head, respectively. A separate 10% disability rating was assigned for bilateral plantar fasciitis effective February 7, 2021.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Shoulder Strain, Bilateral Pes Planus with Bilateral Plantar Fasciitis, Right Foot Hallux Valgus, Left Foot Hallux Valgus, Bilateral Plantar Fasciitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- November 9, 2022
- Citation
- 22062954
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