C & P exam

[Combat eng]

I was rated at 30% after my replacement, I just completed exam for an increase. This is what the Dr reported. Progressed/worsened, functional loss or impairment, frequent effusion of the knee, crepitus, range of motion contribute to functional loss, flexion 85, Extention 20, Evidence of pain during: weight bearing, non weight bearing, active motion, passive motion, on rest, non movement. Total knee replacement residuals: Chronic residuals consisting of severe painful motion or weakness. I looked at the ratings for flexion, extention, and pain after replacement there are so many areas to be rated I got confused. Can anyone comment on what rating you can come to with this report? Is there anyone out there dealing with knee replacements, I guess I'll wait and see if the VA agrees with the Dr. The DBQ looks good to me but who am I ?

Edited July 10, 2021 by Combat eng

[broncovet]

They used to be "mild", "moderate" or "severe", which wasnt all that fair, since raters were left to interpret what that meant.  That changed.  

https://westdunn.com/blog/2021/2/12/va-changes-the-rating-criteria-for-musculoskeletal-conditions