The Veteran's lumbosacral sprain/strain disability was rated at 10 percent prior to May 13, 2023, and denied for a higher rating.
The deciding factor: The evidence showed that the Veteran’s range of motion did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under DCs 5235-5243, warranting only a minimum compensable rating of 10 percent.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbosacral sprain/strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- December 20, 2024
- Citation
- 24034565
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- Granted
The Veteran is granted special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance of another person due to service-connected disabilities other than traumatic brain injury (TBI) with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's claim for an effective date prior to February 26, 2016 for service connection for a lumbar spine disability. The appeal was found to be final due to lack of timely submission and new and material evidence.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's lumbosacral sprain/strain is currently rated at 10 percent prior to May 2023 and increased to 40 percent thereafter. The Board finds that additional development is needed before the claim can be adjudicated.
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