The Veteran's RLE neuropathy of the popliteal nerve is rated at 20 percent, effective January 22, 2021. The Board found that this rating was appropriate based on moderate, incomplete paralysis.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations showed moderate intermittent pain and decreased sensation in the right thigh/knee, which supported a 20% rating for moderate, incomplete paralysis of the RLE popliteal nerve.
- Claimed conditions
- neuropathy of the right lower extremity (RLE)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- September 27, 2023
- Citation
- 23053723
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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