The Veteran's initial and increased disability ratings for lumbosacral strain and right foot plantar fasciitis have been denied. The Veteran's lumbosacral strain is rated at 10%, 20%, and 40% from August 26, 2011 to June 6, 2016 respectively, while his right foot condition remains at 20%. No new evidence or changes in service connection are indicated.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's disability ratings were based on the severity of his symptoms and functional impairment as documented by VA examinations and treatment records. The current rating schedule does not warrant an increase for either condition.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbosacral strain, right foot plantar fasciitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- November 7, 2018
- Citation
- 18148260
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- Granted
The Veteran's service connection claims for lumbosacral strain, asthma, melasma and hydradenitis, hypertension, an acquired psychiatric disorder (claimed as depression, anxiety, and stress), left shoulder disorder, right shoulder disorder, left knee disorder, a left foot disorder, and IBS have been granted. The remaining issues are remanded.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that the claims for increased rating and service connection must be remanded due to inadequate examinations and duty-to-assist errors.
- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew their appeal for service connection of a lumbosacral strain, resulting in the dismissal of this issue.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's lumbosacral strain with degenerative arthritis, finding that it is related to his in-service injury. The claimant did not contest this decision.
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