The Veteran's right ankle ankylosis was granted a 40 percent evaluation from August 16, 2018. The left and right ankle issues for higher ratings were remanded.
The deciding factor: The criteria for a 40 percent evaluation under DC 5270 were met based on the Veteran's fixed right ankle since surgery in August 2018.
- Claimed conditions
- right ankle ankylosis, left ankle disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- January 10, 2023
- Citation
- 23001694
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
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