The Veteran's initial ratings for idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremities were denied, with separate 20 percent ratings assigned effective January 5, 2024.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support higher initial ratings as the service-connected disabilities are manifested by moderate symptoms and do not impact employment prior to January 5, 2024.
- Claimed conditions
- idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the right lower extremity, idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- February 17, 2026
- Citation
- A26013938
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- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for deep vein thrombosis with post-thrombotic syndrome, idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity, and idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the right lower extremity are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations to assess current symptoms.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's idiopathic peripheral neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities is granted as service connected due to exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam. The claim for tinnitus and PTSD remains pending.
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