The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) with degenerative arthritis is remanded due to the need for additional examination and clarification of certain aspects.
The deciding factor: Additional information is needed regarding the nature of any current physician-prescribed bed rest and possible right lower extremity radiculopathy, as these were not adequately addressed in the previous evidence.
- Claimed conditions
- intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) with degenerative arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- June 17, 2019
- Citation
- 19147130
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
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