The Veteran's right knee limitation of extension was found to be no more than 5 degrees, even considering flare-ups and repeated use over time. The Veteran is not entitled to a compensable rating for his right knee extension prior to October 17, 2023.
The deciding factor: Medical evidence showed that the Veteran's right knee extension was limited to at most 5 degrees, which did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 5261.
- Claimed conditions
- Right knee limitation of extension, Right knee painful flexion
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 15, 2023
- Citation
- 23066352
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, including limitation of extension and flexion, instability, and meniscus condition, is now rated at 20 percent effective March 7, 2020.
- Granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, including limitation of extension and flexion, instability, and meniscus condition, is now rated at 20 percent effective March 7, 2020.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the cases for further action due to a duty to assist error, specifically regarding medication effects on the Veteran's right knee disability.
- Dismissed
The Board has dismissed the appeals for ratings in excess of 10 percent for painful right knee scar, right knee instability, and limitation of flexion. The appeal for a compensable rating for limitation of extension is also dismissed.
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