Granted
The Board granted restoration of a 20 percent rating for degenerative arthritis of the cervical spine and lumbar strain, effective from May 1, 2023, as the reduction was not proper.
The deciding factor: The AOJ failed to consider and apply the applicable laws and regulations in reducing the Veteran's disability ratings, specifically failing to show sustained improvement or actual improvement in the ability to function under ordinary conditions of life and work.
- Claimed conditions
- Degenerative arthritis of the cervical spine, Lumbar strain
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 23, 2025
- Citation
- A25091981
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