The Board granted a rating of 40 percent for both the left and right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, as the symptoms more nearly approximated moderately severe incomplete paralysis.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's pain level was found to be moderate to severe throughout the period on appeal, which aligns with the criteria for a 40 percent rating under Code 8520.

Claimed conditions

Left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, Right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

40%

Decision date

February 13, 2025

Citation

25002203

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