The Veteran's cervical strain and IVDS at L4-5 and L5-S1 were rated based on their severity. Prior to January 26, 2005, the Veteran was granted a rating of 10 percent for cervical strain. For the period after January 26, 2005, he is granted a 20 percent rating for cervical strain. The Veteran's IVDS at L4-5 and L5-S1 prior to September 26, 2003 was rated as 20 percent; however, after that date, the Veteran is not entitled to an increased rating.
The deciding factor: The medical evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the old regulations (prior to September 26, 2003) and new regulations (effective from September 26, 2003).
- Claimed conditions
- cervical strain, intervertebral disc syndrome at L4-5 and L5-S1
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 16, 2010
- Citation
- 1014655
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