The Veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for service-connected cervical strain with intervertebral disc syndrome is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to assess the presence and severity of any associated neurological abnormalities, particularly in the upper extremities. The issue remains on appeal as the maximum benefit was not granted.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's claim requires additional evidence from a VA examination to determine if there are any related neurological abnormalities other than left ulnar neuropathy.
- Claimed conditions
- cervical strain with intervertebral disc syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- January 9, 2014
- Citation
- 1401051
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What this means for you
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