The Veteran's claim for a disability rating in excess of 20 percent for a meniscal condition of the left knee was denied. An initial disability rating of 10 percent, but no more, from February 7, 2021 for limitation of motion of the left knee is granted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's flexion and extension were measured during the period on appeal, but did not meet the range of motion criteria required for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- meniscal condition
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- July 5, 2024
- Citation
- A24036073
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- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to outstanding records and conflicting accounts of the Veteran's meniscal conditions and instability. The Veteran seeks a higher rating for his right knee disability.
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