The Veteran's right knee has been granted ratings for recurrent subluxation or lateral instability, dislocated semilunar cartilage with frequent episodes of 'locking', pain, and effusion, removal of symptomatic semilunar cartilage, limitation of flexion, and limitation of extension throughout the appellate period.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee conditions have been consistently rated based on their severity throughout the entire appellate period.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Knee Recurrent Subluxation or Lateral Instability, Right Knee Dislocated Semilunar Cartilage with Frequent Episodes of 'Locking', Pain, and Effusion, Right Knee Removal of Symptomatic Semilunar Cartilage, Right Knee Limitation of Flexion, Right Knee Limitation of Extension
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- February 13, 2024
- Citation
- 24007578
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Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Denied
The Veteran's disability ratings for right knee hemarthrosis, limitation of flexion, and diastolic dysfunction were denied. The reduction in the rating for right knee hemarthrosis was also denied.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the claims for increased ratings for various knee disabilities and entitlement to special monthly compensation (SMC) due to the need for regular aid and attendance. The Veteran needs additional VA examinations to determine the severity of her service-connected knee disabilities, including whether she requires assistance with daily activities.
- Granted
The Board has granted separate ratings of 10 percent for right knee instability and limitation of extension, finding that the Veteran's symptoms do not require a prescription from a medical provider for a brace or cane.
- Denied
The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for right knee conditions were denied. The rating decisions addressed limitations of flexion and extension, instability, and meniscal disorders.
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