Back / lumbar spine Board decisions

The Veteran's vitiligo is already rated at the maximum 10 percent, and no higher rating is granted.,Throughout the appeal period, the Veteran's low back disability has not met the criteria for a rating in excess of 30 percent.,Prior to December 1, 2020, the Veteran's radiculopathy of the right lower extremity did not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating. Beginning December 1, 2020, it did not meet the criteria for a higher than 20 percent rating.,Prior to December 1, 2020, the Veteran's radiculopathy of the left lower extremity did not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating. Beginning December 1, 2020, it did not meet the criteria for a higher than 20 percent rating.

The Veteran's claim to reopen the service connection for genital warts was denied. The Board found no new and material evidence, thus denying the reopening of this claim. Other claims were remanded due to insufficient treatment records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for low back and hip disabilities due to conflicting medical opinions. The Veteran is presumed exposed to herbicide agents during his Vietnam service, but the nexus between current disabilities and service remains unclear.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection of a low back disorder, finding that there was no evidence to support a nexus between his current condition and his military service.

Service connection for right ear hearing loss and lumbar spine disability has been granted.,The Veteran's service-connected left leg gunshot wound residuals are contributing to his current back pain, which is causing him discomfort.

The Veteran's lumbar spine disability is rated at 10 percent prior to August 2, 2021 and at 20 percent thereafter. The Veteran's right lower extremity radiculopathy of the sciatic nerve is rated at 20 percent from May 21, 2020. His left lower extremity radiculopathy of the sciatic nerve is denied. His femoral nerve radiculopathy in both legs is also denied.

The Veteran's lumbar spine disorder is currently rated at 10 percent prior to May 8, 2019, and at 20 percent from that date. The Board has remanded both issues for further development. Additionally, the TDIU claim is inextricably intertwined with the increased rating claim.

The Veteran's appeal for initial compensable ratings on several service-connected conditions, including a right knee scar and back disability, is remanded due to the need for additional evidence or examination. The TDIU claim from November 19, 2008, to October 22, 2009, is granted.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and rating increases have been dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeals.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for a back disorder and bilateral lower extremity radiculopathy associated with the back disorder due to additional development being required.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, to include PTSD, are related to her military service and the claim for service connection is granted. The claims for low back disability, bilateral foot disability, right knee disability, left knee disability, and allergic rhinitis remain pending.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various musculoskeletal conditions, including bilateral eye condition, left knee condition, right knee condition, lumbosacral spine condition, cervical spine condition, right ankle condition, and left ankle condition. The VA is required to provide additional examinations or opinions that address the lay evidence of record and provide rationale for any conclusions reached.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development due to concerns about the competency of the VA examiner.

The Veteran's appeal was dismissed because he died during the pendency of his claims, and the Board has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of these appeals.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims of service connection for left shoulder disability, right shoulder disability, and lower back disability due to outstanding non-VA treatment records.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to his service-connected disabilities, finding that he is not unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

Service connection for IBS is granted.,PTSD with Depression and Panic Disorder was previously denied, but a higher rating of 50% prior to September 8, 2015, and 70% on or after that date is granted.,Lumbosacral Strain has been rated at 10% prior to January 11, 2021, and 20% on or after that date. The claim for a higher rating remains pending.,Right Lower Extremity Radiculopathy was previously denied, but the claim is remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for lumbar spine, right knee, and left knee disabilities due to a lack of evidence establishing a causal relationship between these conditions and his military service.

The Board dismissed the Veteran's appeals for service connection of his bilateral foot disorder, left knee disorder, right knee disorder, and lumbar spine disorder as he did not timely file a VA Form 10182 to seek further review.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a lower back disorder is granted. The claim for service connection for a respiratory disorder (previously claimed as COPD) is denied.