The Board denied the veteran's appeal for a rating in excess of 10 percent for his left knee condition, finding that the evidence did not support an increased rating under any applicable criteria.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee condition was characterized by painful motion and limited flexion and extension, but did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.
- Claimed conditions
- Left knee condition
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 10, 2023
- Citation
- 23001440
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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