The Veteran's claim for increased ratings for his lumbosacral spine disorder and resultant radiculopathies was granted, with the lumbosacral spine disorder receiving a 20 percent rating effective from December 3, 2001. The radiculopathies of the left lower extremity received a 10 percent rating effective from December 3, 2001, and the radiculopathy of the right lower extremity also received a 10 percent rating effective from December 3, 2001.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's lumbosacral spine disorder was found to meet criteria for a 20 percent evaluation based on orthopedic manifestations. The radiculopathies of the left and right lower extremities were each found to meet criteria for a 10 percent evaluation based on neurologic manifestations.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbosacral spine disorder, radiculopathy of the left lower extremity, sciatic neuropathy of the right lower extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- May 24, 2010
- Citation
- 1019163
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- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to service-connected disabilities, finding that his physical limitations could be accommodated by sedentary employment.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has denied service connection for radiculopathy of the left lower extremity and remanded the claim for adjustment disorder. The Veteran's radiculopathy is not shown to be related to his military service, while his adjustment disorder may be related to civilian life.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that there were duty to assist errors for the issues on appeal and remanded the case. The Veteran is required to report for VA examinations to determine the nature and etiology of his diabetes mellitus, lumbosacral spine disorder, cervical spine disorder, and left ankle disorder.
- Dismissed
The Board has dismissed all service connection claims and rating determinations due to the Veteran's withdrawal of his appeal.
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