The veteran's claim for an increased rating for his lumbosacral disc herniation at L5-S1 was denied, as the evidence did not show that he met the criteria for a higher evaluation. The claim for TDIU was also denied due to the presence of other service-connected disabilities and the veteran's occupational experience.
The deciding factor: The VA examinations and outpatient progress notes showed mild functional limitation due to pain or during flare-ups, but no more than mild impairment in range of motion or neurological function. The veteran had a combined rating for his service-connected conditions that did not preclude him from securing and following substantially gainful employment.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbosacral disc herniation at L5-S1
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- July 5, 2006
- Citation
- 0619574
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What this means for you
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