The veteran's spondylolisthesis L5-S1, status post laminectomy and fusion, was rated at 40 percent prior to convalescence from December 1992 surgery. After the period of convalescence, the rating is not in excess of 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The veteran's spondylolisthesis L5-S1 improved during a period of recovery after surgery but remained severe with significant functional ability remaining.
- Claimed conditions
- spondylolisthesis L5-S1, intervertebral disc disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- April 7, 2000
- Citation
- 0009360
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