The Veteran's left ankle strain and osteoarthritis prior to July 7, 2015 were rated at 20 percent. From November 1, 2015 to October 12, 2020, the Veteran was granted a separate rating of 10 percent for instability.
The deciding factor: The evidence supported the grant of an initial 20 percent disability rating for left ankle strain and osteoarthritis prior to July 7, 2015, based on marked limitation of motion. From November 1, 2015 to October 12, 2020, a separate 10 percent rating was granted for instability.
- Claimed conditions
- left ankle strain, osteoarthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 28, 2024
- Citation
- 24009680
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