The veteran was granted initial ratings for right and left knee strain, including meniscal tear and degenerative arthritis, based on dislocated cartilage. The veteran was also granted an initial rating for right shoulder strain with degenerative arthritis. However, the request for a higher rating for the right shoulder strain and residuals of total knee replacements were remanded.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the Veteran's medical history, diagnosis, and demonstrated symptomatology.

Claimed conditions

right knee strain, to include meniscal tear and degenerative arthritis, left knee strain, to include meniscal tear and degenerative arthritis, right shoulder strain with degenerative arthritis

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 15, 2025

Citation

25000549

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