The original 20 percent ratings for radiculopathy of the right and left lower extremities have been restored from their reduced level.
The deciding factor: The June 2019 rating decision effectuating a reduction in ratings was found to be clearly and unmistakably erroneous, and the 20 percent ratings were restored effective April 19, 2017.
- Claimed conditions
- r radiculopathy, right lower extremity, r radiculopathy, left lower extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- October 2, 2019
- Citation
- A19001673
What this means for you
A dismissal means the Board did not decide the issue on its merits — usually because it was withdrawn or had become moot. It says more about procedure than about whether a claim like this can win.
What you can do next
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