The Veteran's appeal for increased ratings and TDIU was denied. For the period prior to March 30, 2021, his left knee conditions were rated as 10 percent for medial tear with osteoarthritis and chondromalacia patellofemoral compartment. From September 1, 2021 onwards, he received a TDIU based on the combined effect of multiple service-connected disabilities.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not support higher ratings under any applicable diagnostic codes for the periods in question.
- Claimed conditions
- Left knee medial tear with osteoarthritis and chondromalacia patellofemoral compartment, Status post left knee replacement
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 28, 2023
- Citation
- 23047338
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