The Board denied an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for right knee chondromalacia patella with iliotibial band syndrome and limitation of flexion, a separate compensable initial evaluation for right knee limitation of extension, and evaluations in excess of 10 percent for the right hip disabilities. However, it granted an initial 20 percent evaluation for right knee instability.

The deciding factor: The Board found that the evidence did not support higher ratings based on the severity and functional impact of the Veteran's conditions as documented during examinations and other evidence of record.

Claimed conditions

right knee chondromalacia patella with iliotibial band syndrome, right knee limitation of flexion, right knee limitation of extension, right knee instability, right hip limitation of rotation, right hip limitation of abduction and adduction, right hip trochanter bursitis with limitation of flexion

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

20%

Decision date

October 16, 2025

Citation

25012942

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