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Plain-English Summary
Your claim for service connection of lumbar degenerative disc disease was denied because the VA found no “nexus” (medical link) between your current back condition and your time in service. The VA acknowledged your in-service treatment records from 2018 but determined there was insufficient evidence connecting those treatments to your current diagnosis.
Reasons for Denial
Missing Nexus Evidence
No medical opinion linking your current back condition to your in-service injury or military duties
Gap in Treatment Records
The VA noted a 3-year gap between separation and first civilian treatment, suggesting the condition may not be continuous
What Evidence You Need
- Independent Medical Opinion (IMO) / Nexus Letter from a private physician linking your current condition to service
- Buddy statements from fellow service members who witnessed your injury or symptoms during service
- Continuous treatment records to close the 3-year gap (pharmacy records, chiropractor visits, even self-treatment documentation)
Recommended Appeal Lane
Supplemental ClaimSince the denial is based on missing evidence (nexus), a Supplemental Claim with new evidence (IMO + buddy statements) is the fastest path. You do not need a Higher-Level Review because the issue is not a factual error — it's missing documentation.
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