The Veteran's initial evaluations for degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine with herniated disc and left lower extremity radiculopathy, sciatic nerve are denied.,There is no indication that the Veteran has moderate incomplete paralysis of the sciatic nerve.

The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy, sciatic nerve associated with unstable back syndrome with degenerative changes (to include spinal stenosis, intervertebral disc syndrome) is currently rated at 10 percent.,The Veteran's left lower extremity radiculopathy, sciatic nerve associated with unstable back syndrome with degenerative changes (to include spinal stenosis, intervertebral disc syndrome) is currently rated at 10 percent.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings and service connection have been dismissed due to concurrent elections of review options.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the severity of the Veteran's lumbar spine and lower extremity radiculopathy conditions, including during flare-ups and after repetitive use over time.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for a 70 percent rating for generalized anxiety disorder, finding it not factually ascertainable that the condition manifested with occupational and social impairment in most areas prior to October 7, 2024.,The Board also denied entitlement to an initial rating in excess of 20 percent for IVDS with bilateral facet arthropathy (back), as there was no evidence of unfavorable ankylosis or incapacitating episodes during the appeal period.,For left and right lower extremity radiculopathy, the Board denied entitlement to initial ratings in excess of 10 percent, noting that the Veteran did not meet criteria for higher ratings based on incomplete paralysis severity.