The Veteran's service-connected cervical strain with degenerative arthritis is rated at 20 percent from February 12, 2012 to July 2, 2018. A separate 10 percent rating for right arm numbness (right cervical radiculopathy) has been granted since July 2, 2018.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms of cervical strain with degenerative arthritis were found to meet the criteria for a 20 percent rating from February 12, 2012. The right arm numbness was found to be factually ascertainable as existing since February 12, 2012.
- Claimed conditions
- cervical strain with degenerative arthritis, right cervical radiculopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- October 24, 2018
- Citation
- 18144140
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 is remanded due to a duty-to-assist error, and the case is inextricably intertwined with his TDIU claim.
- Granted
The Veteran's cervical spine disability is rated at 20 percent, the maximum schedular rating. The Veteran's right upper extremity radiculopathy and left knee medial meniscus tear are each rated at 20 percent. Bilateral knee limitation of extension and flexion are each rated at 10 percent. Hypertension is rated at 10 percent. PTSD is rated at 30 percent, and headaches are rated at 30 percent.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal for increased ratings for hepatitis B and C with chronic fatigue, migraines, cervical strain with degenerative arthritis, and chronic cartilage fracture at junction of 10th and 11th right rib complex.
- Granted
The Veteran's claims for service connection for cervical strain with degenerative arthritis and headaches have been granted. The claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is remanded, as are the TBI claims.
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