The Veteran's left foot arthritis is rated at 20 percent, but no higher. The Veteran's hallux valgus remains at the maximum schedular rating of 10 percent.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's left foot arthritis was found to be moderately severe based on his daily flare-ups and functional limitations, warranting a separate 20% rating under Diagnostic Code 5284. The hallux valgus remains at the maximum schedular rating of 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- left foot hallux valgus, left foot arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 28, 2024
- Citation
- A24069094
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