The veteran was granted a 40 percent rating for lumbosacral strain with intervertebral disc syndrome and a 20 percent rating for lower left extremity radiculopathy. The veteran's claims for higher ratings for left hip strain were denied.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the criteria set forth in the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities and the evidence of record.

Claimed conditions

lumbosacral strain with intervertebral disc syndrome, lower left extremity radiculopathy, left hip strain

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 13, 2025

Citation

A25002830

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