The Veteran's spinal stenosis and left ankle sprain disabilities were not rated higher than the currently assigned noncompensable disability evaluations for the period prior to October 16, 2009.
The deciding factor: The objective clinical evidence did not show moderate limitation of motion in either condition at any point during the rating period on appeal.
- Claimed conditions
- Spinal stenosis, narrowing of the central foramina, L4-5 disc protrusion with thecal sac compression, Residuals of a left ankle sprain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 31, 2012
- Citation
- 1226343
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claims for a higher disability rating for GERD and left ankle sprain to allow the AOJ to review additional evidence.
- Granted
The Board granted restoration of a 10 percent rating for the service-connected residuals of a left ankle sprain, effective October 1, 2020, and also granted a 20 percent rating for the period of the appeal.
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his psychiatric conditions and orthopedic issues, have resulted in the need for regular aid and attendance. The Board has determined that he requires this assistance due to his service-connected conditions.
- Denied
The Board found that the Veteran's left ankle sprain did not result in residuals and denied service connection for this condition. The Board also determined that hypertension was not directly related to service, but may be aggravated by a service-connected disability (PTSD).
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