The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings and a compensable rating, but remanded service connection for a respiratory disability and TDIU.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a finding that the appellant's sciatic radiculopathy was more severe than moderately-severe or that his little finger condition warranted a compensable rating. The claims were denied based on the current severity of the conditions as supported by medical records and lay statements.

Claimed conditions

left lower extremity (sciatic) radiculopathy, right lower extremity (sciatic) radiculopathy, disability of the little finger of the right hand, umbilical hernia and residuals thereof

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

February 4, 2025

Citation

A25010221

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