The Veteran's initial rating of 20 percent for meniscal tear and DJD in the left knee is granted, effective June 29, 2016. A separate rating of 10 percent for instability is also granted.
The deciding factor: The VA examination findings supported a finding of painful motion due to meniscus issues and instability, warranting the initial 20% rating under DC 5258 (reassigned from DC 5003-5261). The separate rating for instability is granted based on the Veteran's reported symptoms and use of assistive devices.
- Claimed conditions
- Meniscal tear, Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- May 6, 2023
- Citation
- 23026713
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