The Veteran is granted a 40% evaluation for his service-connected low back pain with degenerative disc disease prior to November 14, 2007. He also receives TDIU benefits from July 23, 2003 to November 14, 2007 due to the severity of his disability.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected low back pain with degenerative disc disease was manifested by severe symptoms including marked limitation of motion and loss of lateral motion with osteo-arthritic changes. His daily activities were significantly impacted during flare-ups, requiring home healthcare assistance.
- Claimed conditions
- low back pain with degenerative disc disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- February 24, 2021
- Citation
- 21010202
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