The Veteran's right hip arthritis and related conditions are rated at 30 percent effective from April 4, 2022. The Veteran's right thigh limitation of abduction is denied. His right thigh limitation of flexion is granted with a rating of 10%. His right knee instability is granted with a rating of 30% effective from April 4, 2022. His right knee limitation of extension is also granted with a rating of 30%. The Veteran's left knee sprain is denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right hip arthritis and related conditions are rated at the maximum schedular rating due to his current range of motion limitations and symptoms, including pain and instability. His right thigh limitation of abduction is not supported by objective evidence. His right thigh limitation of flexion meets the criteria for a 10% rating based on his limited range of motion. His right knee instability meets the criteria for a 30% rating effective from April 4, 2022.
- Claimed conditions
- arthritis of the right hip, trochanteric pain syndrome, labrum tear
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- November 15, 2022
- Citation
- 22063778
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