The Veteran's chronic back pain with Scheuermann's Disease is rated at 40 percent effective September 26, 2012, to May 15, 2013. The appeal for a higher rating from May 15, 2013, was denied.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's flexion limitation of the thoracolumbar spine was found to be limited to 30 degrees, which approximated the criteria for a 40 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5237 (degenerative arthritis).
- Claimed conditions
- Scheuermann's Disease
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 2, 2023
- Citation
- 23006677
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions and procedural issues, requiring further examination or opinion regarding functional loss consistent with ankylosis.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board remanded the claim to obtain a VA medical opinion that fully complies with previous directives, specifically addressing whether the Veteran's functional loss is consistent with ankylosis or its functional equivalent.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining information about the Veteran's part-time employment and determining if it constitutes marginal employment.
- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including Scheuermann's Disease and bilateral lower extremity radiculopathy, rendered him unable to secure and maintain gainful employment prior to May 25, 2017. The Board granted a TDIU effective April 3, 2011.
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