The veteran's service-connected lumbar spine stenosis with degenerative disc disease and arthritis, as well as his herniated nucleus pulposus, has resulted in loss of use of the left foot. The Board granted the veteran's claim for a specially adapted automobile or other conveyance due to these conditions.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence showed that the veteran had significant service-connected disabilities including lumbar spine stenosis with degenerative disc disease and arthritis, as well as herniated nucleus pulposus, which resulted in loss of use of his left foot. The Board granted the claim based on this finding.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbar spine stenosis with degenerative disc disease and arthritis, herniated nucleus pulposus, left foot drop
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- April 14, 2000
- Citation
- 0010081
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- Granted
The Veteran's need for the regular aid and attendance of another person was determined due to his service-connected disabilities, leading to a grant of special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance for accrued benefits purposes.
- Denied
The Board denied compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for the Veteran's lumbar spine herniated disc, left lower extremity radiculopathy, and left foot drop due to a delay in VA providing timely neurosurgical care.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to a TDIU and an increased evaluation for left Achilles tendonitis. The Veteran's service-connected conditions have rendered her unable to work during certain periods, but further review is needed.
- Partly granted
The Board denied service connection for right and left foot drop, granted service connection for a right shoulder strain, and denied service connection for TBI. The claim for TDIU was dismissed.
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