The Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder, intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) of the lumbar spine and irritable bowel syndrome have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. His TDIU claim is granted from September 13, 2016.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder, IVDS of the lumbar spine, and irritable bowel syndrome severely impair his ability to maintain substantially gainful employment due to psychosocial difficulties and physical limitations.
- Claimed conditions
- intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS) of the lumbar spine, major depressive disorder, irritable bowel syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- December 14, 2021
- Citation
- 21074293
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