The Board granted an increased rating of 30 percent for left knee instability, effective September 25, 2023, but denied a higher rating or additional ratings for the left knee disability.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's left knee instability was found to be severe, warranting a 30 percent evaluation. However, there was no evidence of limitation of extension that would support a higher rating under DC 5261.

Claimed conditions

left knee joint osteoarthritis with osteophyte, chondrocalcinosis, and subchondral sclerosis and small superior patellar enthesophyte

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

30%

Decision date

March 7, 2025

Citation

A25021276

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