Back / lumbar spine Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU are being remanded due to the need to obtain additional medical records, including hospitalization records and VA treatment records. The AOJ will readjudicate these issues with consideration of all evidence.

The Veteran's service-connected CAD has resulted in exercise tolerance limited to approximately 3 METs, resulting in angina since at least December 2, 2015. A 60 percent rating is granted for CAD.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the Board is dismissing the case.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a VA examination to determine the etiology of his lumbar spine arthritis with left leg numbness and left knee arthritis conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and lumbar spine degenerative disc disease, have rendered him unable to maintain any form of substantially gainful employment consistent with his education and occupational background.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and initial compensable ratings have been withdrawn. The Board has dismissed the remaining claims due to lack of appeal.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA outpatient treatment records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to determine the relationship between the Veteran's current low back disability and his military service. The case will be remanded for a VA examination of the lumbar spine.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current lumbar spine disability is related to his service, and thus grants service connection for a lumbar spine disability.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected lumbar spine disability is being remanded due to the need for a new VA examination. His TDIU claim is also being remanded as there are outstanding VA records and further medical evaluation is needed.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need to obtain additional medical records and provide further examinations. The issues include a low back disorder, gastrointestinal disorders, and lung disorders.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings on multiple conditions have been dismissed as the Veteran has withdrawn his appeal.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's left shoulder and low back disabilities are service-connected, with no issues remaining for appeal.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination to determine the likely etiology of the Veteran's low back disability. The examiner is asked to consider the Veteran's credible assertions regarding his in-service injuries and current symptoms.

The Veteran is entitled to financial assistance in the purchase of an automobile or other conveyance and adaptive equipment, as well as a higher rate of special monthly compensation based on his need for aid and attendance due to service-connected disabilities resulting in loss of use of both feet.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a low back disorder is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination and additional development of his claims file.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development of her service treatment records, specifically from the Oakland Naval Regional Medical Center and Tripler Army Hospital. The AOJ will conduct a thorough search for these records and provide a supplemental statement of the case if necessary.

The Board found that the Veteran's low back disability is not related to his military service and denied his claim.

The Veteran's low back disability is currently rated at 20 percent, and the evidence does not support a higher rating based on current symptoms.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development and clarification of his claims, including obtaining updated treatment records and scheduling a VA examination.