The Veteran's lumbar and cervical spine disabilities, as well as his hemorrhoids, have been rated appropriately. The Board has granted separate ratings for left upper and lower extremity radiculopathy effective December 29, 2016.
The deciding factor: The most recent VA examination in December 2016 showed moderate symptoms of left leg radiculopathy and mild symptoms of left arm radiculopathy. These findings warranted separate ratings for the Veteran's left upper and lower extremity radiculopathy.
- Claimed conditions
- Lumbar Spine Disability, Cervical Spine Disability, Hemorrhoids, Left Lower Extremity Radiculopathy, Left Upper Extremity Radiculopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- April 19, 2018
- Citation
- 1823643
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- Dismissed
The Veteran withdrew his appeal for an increased evaluation of his hemorrhoids, so the case is dismissed.
- Granted
The Veteran's cervical spine disability, right knee strain (painful motion), and right knee instability are now rated at 30 percent effective August 16, 2017.
- Granted
The Veteran's bilateral lower extremity radiculopathy has been granted a 30 percent disability rating since November 29, 2021.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for higher ratings for right and left lower extremity radiculopathy are being remanded due to the need for a new VA examination to assess the current severity of his condition, without considering the ameliorative effects of any medication he uses.
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