The appeal for an evaluation in excess of 60 percent from March 1, 2021 for right knee degenerative changes status post right total knee replacement was denied. The issues related to the right hip and low back were remanded for further examination.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's right knee condition did not meet the criteria for a higher rating due to the lack of additional functional impairment beyond what is already compensated by the 60 percent rating, and the amputation rule prohibited a higher evaluation. The issues related to the right hip and low back were remanded as they required further examination.

Claimed conditions

right knee degenerative changes status post right total knee replacement, degenerative changes, right hip condition (limited flexion), degenerative changes, right hip (impairment of the thigh), right knee degenerative changes (arthritis) prior to January 29, 2020, low back disability, lumbar radiculopathy

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

March 27, 2025

Citation

25004162

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