The VA determined that the veteran's cervical spine disability, which is currently rated at 20 percent, does not warrant a higher rating based on current symptoms and evidence.
The deciding factor: The VA found no evidence of more severe impairment or incapacitating episodes due to intervertebral disc syndrome, nor did they find any limitation of motion that would justify an increased rating.
- Claimed conditions
- herniated discs of the cervical spine with radiculopathy of the left upper extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 13, 2006
- Citation
- 0601134
What this means for you
A denial is a starting point, not the end of the road. You can see why this claim fell short — and, if you are still inside the one-year window, the appeal lanes that may remain open to you.
What you can do next
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