The Board denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings and earlier effective dates, as well as remanded certain issues for further consideration.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that an increase in disability had occurred prior to April 9, 2020, or that a higher rating was warranted based on the severity of the disabilities during the appeal period.

Claimed conditions

chronic low back strain with intervertebral disc syndrome (IVDS), left lower extremity (LLE) radiculopathy, right lower extremity (RLE) radiculopathy, moderate, persistent asthma, tinnitus, right wrist fracture, wrist strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

February 5, 2025

Citation

A25010672

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