The veteran's claim for an increased rating for thoracolumbar spine DDD was partially granted, with a 20 percent rating from October 22, 2020. Other claims, including those for cervical spine arthritis, PTSD, and reactive airway disease, were denied. Claims related to knee and foot disabilities, as well as TDIU and DEA benefits, were remanded.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence of record at the time of the respective December 2021 and January 2022 decisions on appeal.

Claimed conditions

thoracolumbar spine degenerative disc disease (DDD), cervical spine arthritis, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), reactive airway disease, right upper extremity radiculopathy associated with cervical spine arthritis, left upper extremity radiculopathy associated with cervical spine arthritis, right knee disability, left knee disability, right foot disability, left foot disability

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 21, 2025

Citation

A25004816

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