The Veteran's left knee strain and right knee degenerative arthritis are rated at 10 percent each, with no higher ratings due to the degree of flexion limitation.,The Veteran's left occipital lesion is rated at a minimum of 10 percent based on residual symptoms.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not support a rating in excess of 10 percent for the Veteran's knee conditions, as the range of motion limitations do not meet the criteria for higher ratings under Diagnostic Code 5260.,The left occipital lesion is rated at minimum 10 percent based on residual symptoms.
- Claimed conditions
- Left Knee Strain with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Right Knee Degenerative Arthritis with Meniscus Injury and Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Left Occipital Lesion, Left Shoulder Strain with Impingement Syndrome and Labral Tear, Right Shoulder Strain with Impingement Syndrome and Labral Tear
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 23, 2024
- Citation
- A24068270
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