The Veteran's service-connected coccyx disability is currently rated at the highest available evaluation under Diagnostic Code 5298, which pertains to partial or complete removal of the coccyx. The RO found that the condition does not meet criteria for a higher rating as there was no ankylosis, persistent symptoms compatible with sciatic neuropathy, or incapacitating episodes.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's coccyx disability is currently rated at 40% under Diagnostic Code 5298 due to its manifestations of pain and reduced range of motion without any additional criteria for higher ratings being met.
- Claimed conditions
- coccyx
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- April 5, 2011
- Citation
- 1113425
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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