The Veteran was granted initial disability ratings of 10 percent for mild degenerative changes of the lumbosacral spine, left lower extremity radiculopathy associated with his back condition, and right medial epicondylitis. The claim for a higher rating for degenerative changes of the lumbosacral spine was denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms were consistent with the criteria for a 10 percent rating under the applicable diagnostic codes, as supported by medical evidence and his credible reports of pain and functional limitations.
- Claimed conditions
- mild degenerative changes of the lumbosacral spine, left lower extremity radiculopathy associated with degenerative changes of the lumbosacral spine, right medial epicondylitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- January 5, 2022
- Citation
- 22000614
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
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