The veteran's claim for a higher rating for right foot pes planus with degenerative arthritis and tendonitis was partially granted. A 30% rating was assigned starting August 22, 2023, but the request for a higher rating before that date was denied. Additionally, a separate 10% rating for right ankle posterior tibialis insufficiency with associated chronic right ankle pain was granted effective January 17, 2017.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evaluation of the veteran's symptoms and their alignment with the criteria set forth in the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities.

Claimed conditions

right foot pes planus with degenerative arthritis and tendonitis, right ankle posterior tibialis insufficiency with associated chronic right ankle pain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

30%

Decision date

January 31, 2025

Citation

25001507

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