The Board denied the veteran's claim for a disability rating higher than 20% for their lumbar spine condition. The evidence did not support a higher rating.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's forward flexion and combined range of motion during flare-ups ranged from 50 to 55 degrees and 145 to 170 degrees, respectively, which falls within the 20 percent rating criteria.

Claimed conditions

degenerative arthritis with intervertebral disc syndrome and spondylolisthesis (lumbar spine disability)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

20%

Decision date

January 17, 2025

Citation

A25004585

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