The Board granted restoration of the 10 percent disability rating for right knee limitation of flexion, status post meniscus tear/repair and granted initial ratings of 30 percent for right knee limitation of extension with painful motion and 20 percent for degenerative arthritis and disc disease with lumbar strain.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not establish an actual change in the severity of the disability, and the criteria for higher ratings were met based on the Veteran's range of motion and functional impairment.

Claimed conditions

right knee limitation of flexion, right knee limitation of extension with painful motion, degenerative arthritis and disc disease with lumbar strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

November 18, 2025

Citation

A25099895

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