Remanded (sent back)
The Board found that the reduction of ratings for intervertebral disc syndrome and right shoulder disability from 20% to 10% and 30% to 20%, respectively, was improper; therefore, these ratings were restored. The increased rating claims for IVDS and a right shoulder disability, as well as the TDIU claim, are remanded.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show sustained material improvement under ordinary conditions of life and work for both disabilities, thus the reduction was not proper.
- Claimed conditions
- Intervertebral Disc Syndrome with degenerative arthritis of the spine, Degenerative arthritis of the right shoulder glenohumeral joint
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 7, 2025
- Citation
- A25011422
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