Back / lumbar spine Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal for a higher disability rating for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is granted effective April 20, 2014. The Veteran's lumbar strain and myofascial syndrome claim is dismissed as the Veteran did not file a timely appeal.

Service connection for tail bone disorder and obstructive sleep apnea have been denied.,A higher initial rating in excess of 10 percent for lumbar spondylosis is denied. Separate ratings of 10 percent each are granted for left and right lower extremity lumbar radiculopathy since July 18, 2016.

The Veteran's request for a rating in excess of 10 percent for his right ankle sprain and dislocation status post surgery with scar was denied. The Board also found that the evidence did not support service connection for lumbosacral strain (low back pain) or sinus condition, as the VA examinations were inadequate.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for service connection for lumbar spine disability, resection of a pulmonary sarcoma with loss of right lung function, cervical spine disability, cardiovascular disability, and anemia.,New evidence submitted since the final denial of these claims suggests that each condition is related to service.

The Board has denied service connection for CLL and diabetes mellitus due to lack of evidence showing a relationship between the conditions and service. The Veteran's claims for back and neck disorders, as well as PTSD, are also remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claims for fibromyalgia, IBS, and a left knee condition are granted. The lower back, bilateral shoulder, and neck conditions remain pending as the evidence is not sufficient to establish service connection.

The Veteran's lumbar spine disability is rated at 20 percent, and his right shin scar with acute osteomyelitis is rated at 10 percent. The case for service connection of bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy and TDIU is remanded.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU have been remanded due to the addition of new evidence, which requires a SSOC. The issues are inextricably intertwined with the TDIU claim.

The Board has remanded cases for further examination and opinion regarding the Veteran's lumbar spine, cervical spine, and related neurological disabilities. The issues of service connection remain pending.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened due to the introduction of new and material evidence. However, the claims remain pending as they are being remanded for further examination and evaluation.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection, rating higher, and TDIU due to incomplete records and need for further examinations.

The Veteran's service-connected lumbar spine disability does not meet the criteria for a permanent and total disability rating, which is required for Dependent’s Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits.

The Veteran's low back disability is rated at 40 percent, but does not meet the criteria for a higher rating as there is no evidence of unfavorable ankylosis or incapacitating episodes.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for additional development due to new evidence being added to his case file.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not preclude him from securing and maintaining all forms of substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him in need of regular aid and attendance due to his inability to dress, undress himself, keep himself clean, adjust prosthetic appliances, feed himself, attend to the wants of nature, or protect from hazards. The Board granted SMC based on the need for aid and attendance.

The claim has been reopened due to the submission of new and material evidence. The appeal is granted for service connection for a back disorder, but the other issues remain remanded.

The Board denied service connection for lumbar spine disability and remanded the claim of service connection for chronic headaches as secondary to a service-connected eye condition.

The Board has remanded the case due to new evidence received after a previous denial of service connection for a back disorder. The Veteran's STRs from his period of active duty have been reviewed, and he is scheduled for a VA examination to determine if his current back disorder is related to his military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim of service connection for a low back disability and remanded his case for further action regarding his bilateral hearing loss.