The veteran's dysthymic disorder is rated at 50% since June 28, 2006. The postoperative residuals of a herniated nucleus pulposus at L4-5 on the right are currently rated at 40%. A TDIU was granted effective from June 28, 2006.
The deciding factor: The veteran's dysthymic disorder is manifested by occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity. The postoperative residuals of a herniated nucleus pulposus at L4-5 on the right are currently manifested by severe recurring attacks of low back pain without any spasm or neurological findings appropriate to the site of the diseased disc.
- Claimed conditions
- dysthymic disorder, postoperative residuals of a herniated nucleus pulposus at L4-5 on the right
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- January 14, 2008
- Citation
- 0801443
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