The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his lumbar disability and initial rating for left lower extremity radiculopathy were both granted. The lumbar disability is rated at 20 percent, effective February 6, 2014.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran had moderate incomplete paralysis of the left lower extremity (sciatic nerve) and his range of motion was sufficient to meet a 20 percent rating under the General Rating Formula for Diseases and Injuries of the Spine. The radiculopathy also met the criteria for a 10 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbar spine, left lower extremity (sciatic nerve)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- July 30, 2020
- Citation
- 20050827
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What this means for you
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