Denied
The Board denied earlier effective dates for the 20 percent evaluation of intervertebral disc syndrome and lumbosacral strain, as well as service connection for left and right lower extremity radiculopathy.
The deciding factor: Entitlement to a higher rating or service connection arose on June 27, 2023, based on the first medical evidence showing the required level of disability.
- Claimed conditions
- Intervertebral disc syndrome and lumbosacral strain, Left lower extremity radiculopathy, Right lower extremity radiculopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 4, 2025
- Citation
- A25095716
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