Partly granted
The Veteran's right knee disability, during flare-ups and with the use of medication, more nearly approximates the criteria of favorable ankylosis in flexion between 20 and 45 degrees. A 50 percent rating is granted for this condition.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran's right knee disability, during flare-ups and with the use of medication, more nearly approximates the criteria of favorable ankylosis in flexion between 20 and 45 degrees, warranting a 50 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5256.
- Claimed conditions
- right knee disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- October 15, 2025
- Citation
- 25012887
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