The Board granted an initial 10 percent rating for left knee disability based on limitation of extension from October 26, 2021, to October 31, 2023, but denied a higher rating for limitation of flexion.

The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran's functional loss due to flare-ups was functionally equivalent to extension limited to 10 degrees, warranting a 10 percent rating. However, there was no persuasive evidence supporting a higher rating based on limitation of flexion.

Claimed conditions

left knee degenerative joint disease with mild chondromalacia patella and mild meniscal fraying

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

10%

Decision date

November 13, 2025

Citation

A25098576

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