The Board has decided to remand two issues: the initial disability rating for right lower extremity radiculopathy and the TDIU claim. The Veteran's current evaluation of his radiculopathy is inadequate, and a new examination is needed. Additionally, there is uncertainty about whether he has a sleep disorder related to or aggravated by his radiculopathy.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the current evaluations for the Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy are insufficient and ordered a new examination to determine its severity. The TDIU claim is also remanded due to its dependency on the outcome of the radiculopathy issue.
- Claimed conditions
- right lower extremity radiculopathy, sleep disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- September 13, 2023
- Citation
- 23050830
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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