The Board granted a separate 10 percent rating for left knee instability and denied ratings in excess of the current levels for meniscal tear and limitation of motion of the left knee.
The deciding factor: The record showed slight instability, which warranted a separate rating under Diagnostic Code 5257. The criteria for higher ratings were not met based on the evidence provided.
- Claimed conditions
- Meniscal tear of the left knee, Limitation of motion of the left knee, Left knee instability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 4, 2024
- Citation
- 24000753
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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- Remanded (sent back)
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