From April 13, 2001, through March 8, 2004, the criteria for a 20 percent evaluation have been met. On and after March 9, 2004, the criteria for a 40 percent evaluation have been met.
The deciding factor: The VA examination conducted on March 9, 2004, revealed severe limitation of motion in the lumbar spine, which warranted a 40 percent evaluation under the revised rating criteria effective September 26, 2003.
- Claimed conditions
- chronic lumbar strain with arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- November 26, 2004
- Citation
- 0431392
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What this means for you
A grant means the Board agreed the veteran was entitled to the benefit. Decisions like this show the kind of evidence and arguments that tend to succeed for claims like it.
What you can do next
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the case to ensure an adequate examination is conducted, including weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing range of motion assessments.
- Remanded (sent back)
The case is remanded for additional development to ensure compliance with prior remand instructions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development to ensure substantial compliance with prior remand instructions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including VA examinations and medical opinions.
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