Granted
The Board granted earlier effective dates of May 3, 2021, for the veteran's left and right lower extremity sciatica radiculopathy, right hip muscle strain, and GERD.
The deciding factor: The Veteran continuously pursued his claims as good cause was shown which warranted an extension of time to file a supplemental claim due to COVID-19 related lockdowns in Puerto Rico.
- Claimed conditions
- left lower extremity (LLE) sciatica radiculopathy, right lower extremity (RLE) sciatica radiculopathy, right hip muscle strain, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 26, 2025
- Citation
- A25017746
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