Partly granted
The Board granted an initial evaluation of 20 percent for degenerative arthritis, degenerative joint disease, and degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine but denied higher ratings for other conditions.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's lumbar spine disability did not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 20 percent based on the evidence provided.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative arthritis, degenerative joint disease, and degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine, Left acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis, Right acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis, Depression with other trauma and stressor related disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 25, 2025
- Citation
- A25016597
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