The Board denied a higher initial rating for herniated nucleus pulposus with radiculopathy and degenerative changes, finding that the evidence did not meet the criteria for an increased rating from December 1, 2000 to September 25, 2003.
The deciding factor: The veteran's disability was manifested by flexion limited to 80 degrees, extension limited to five degrees, and mild radiculopathy. There were no incapacitating episodes or separately ratable neurological manifestations during the relevant period.
- Claimed conditions
- herniated nucleus pulposus, degenerative changes
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 16, 2007
- Citation
- 0732544
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