The Veteran's cervical spine disability and cardiovascular disability were denied service connection. The Veteran was granted a 70% initial rating for his psychiatric disability prior to May 22, 2020.,TDIU benefits were also granted prior to May 22, 2020.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not establish a direct relationship between the Veteran's cervical spine and cardiovascular disabilities and his service. The VA examinations provided negative opinions regarding secondary service connection as well.
- Claimed conditions
- Cervical Spine Disability, Cardiovascular Disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- November 18, 2022
- Citation
- 22064782
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