The Board granted a separate 20 percent rating for left knee instability and an increased 10 percent rating for the left knee scar, while denying a higher rating for bilateral pes planus.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms of pain on use and decreased arch height in both feet were found to be consistent with severe acquired flatfoot, but not pronounced. The presence of instability and a prescription for a brace and cane supported the 20 percent rating for left knee instability.
- Claimed conditions
- Left knee instability, Left knee scar, Bilateral pes planus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 12, 2024
- Citation
- A24073824
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
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