The Veteran's right and left foot hallux valgus, as well as other service-connected conditions, have been rated at the maximum schedular rating of 30 percent since September 22, 2009. The Board has granted a higher rating for these conditions.,TDIU is granted effective September 22, 2009, based on the Veteran's service-connected orthopedic disabilities.
The deciding factor: The evidence shows that the Veteran’s hallux valgus and other service-connected conditions have resulted in severe symptomatology since September 22, 2009. The Board has granted higher ratings for these conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- Right foot hallux valgus, status post bunionectomy, Left foot hallux valgus, status post bunionectomy, Degenerative arthritis of the thoracolumbar spine with spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis at L5-S1, Cervical spine degenerative changes, Left shoulder strain, Right elbow epicondylitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 30%
- Decision date
- June 1, 2020
- Citation
- 20037213
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- Granted
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- Denied
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- Denied
The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for SMC at the A&A rate was denied as his service-connected disabilities did not result in a need for regular aid and attendance.
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