Denied
The Board denied an increased rating in excess of 20 percent for the Veteran's lumbar spine disability, as the evidence did not support a higher rating based on the criteria provided.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's forward flexion was limited to 45 degrees during the April 2024 VA examination, which is less than the 30 degrees of forward flexion required for a 40 percent rating. There was no evidence of ankylosis or incapacitating episodes.
- Claimed conditions
- lumbar spine disability
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 12, 2025
- Citation
- A25097797
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