The Veteran's right tibia fracture was granted a 20% rating. The Veteran's lumbar strain prior to August 18, 2022 received a 20% rating, but the appeal for higher ratings after that date is denied.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner found moderate ankle disability with limitation of motion and pain on movement, warranting a 20% rating under Diagnostic Code 5271. The lumbar strain prior to August 18, 2022 was rated at 20%, but the Board denied higher ratings after that date due to lack of unfavorable ankylosis or IVDS with incapacitating episodes.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Tibia and Fibula Fracture, Lumbar Spine Strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 25, 2023
- Citation
- 23004828
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- Denied
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance is remanded due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error. The Board requires an adequate VA examination to clarify whether the Veteran's service-connected disabilities cause him to require the aid and attendance of another.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for increased ratings of PTSD and lumbar spine strain, as well as her claim for service connection for hypertension, are being remanded due to the need for additional development. Her TDIU claim is also being remanded in conjunction with these other claims.
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