The Veteran's right knee total knee replacement surgery is rated at 100% from November 19, 2024 to March 19, 2025. His prior degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis, right knee condition remains rated at 10%. The appeal for a higher rating is denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right total knee replacement surgery qualifies for a 100% rating under the applicable VA regulations due to its convalescent period. His prior degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis, right knee condition does not meet the criteria for a higher rating as it remains at 10%. The combined ratings do not exceed the maximum allowable for amputation of the limb.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Right Knee, Right Total Knee Replacement
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 100%
- Decision date
- January 14, 2026
- Citation
- A26003564
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