Partly granted
The Veteran's claim for an automobile allowance was granted, while several other claims for increased ratings were denied. The Board also denied the claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.
The deciding factor: The lumbar spine disability did not meet criteria for a higher rating, but the radiculopathy in both lower extremities warranted higher ratings. The knee conditions did not meet criteria for increased ratings or SMC.
- Claimed conditions
- Left knee ankylosis, Lumbar spine disability (back), Left lower extremity lumbar radiculopathy, Right lower extremity lumbar radiculopathy, Neuritis of the left lower extremity sciatic nerve, Neuritis of the right lower extremity sciatic nerve, Left knee osteomyelitis, Painful scars of the left knee, Scar with underlying soft tissue damage on the left knee, Scar without underlying soft tissue damage on the left knee
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 29, 2025
- Citation
- A25110723
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