The veteran's request for a higher rating for intervertebral disc syndrome, degenerative disc disease, and lumbosacral strain was denied. Service connection for Meniere's disease and sinusitis was also denied. Other issues were remanded.

The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a higher rating or service connection for the claimed conditions.

Claimed conditions

intervertebral disc syndrome, degenerative disc disease, lumbosacral strain, Meniere's disease, sinusitis, rhinitis, sleep apnea, foot disability (plantar fasciitis), neck disability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

20%

Decision date

January 16, 2025

Citation

A25004226

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