The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy, specifically sciatic and femoral nerves, has been granted increased ratings of 80% and 40%, respectively. The effective date for SMC based on need for regular aid and attendance (A&A) is set at December 9, 2019.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's radiculopathy symptoms have worsened to the point where they require a wheelchair/walker, indicating complete paralysis of both sciatic and femoral nerves.
- Claimed conditions
- Right Lower Extremity Sciatic Nerve Radiculopathy, Right Lower Extremity Femoral Nerve Radiculopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 80%
- Decision date
- January 21, 2026
- Citation
- A26005369
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- Granted
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