The Veteran's left knee patellofemoral syndrome was previously rated at 10 percent prior to December 28, 2021. However, as of that date, the disability is now rated at 20 percent due to an increase in symptoms.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee patellofemoral syndrome resulted in flexion limited to 50 degrees and extension limited to 19 degrees on and after December 28, 2021, which does not meet the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Code 5260.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Patellofemoral Syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- December 30, 2022
- Citation
- 22072111
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