Back / lumbar spine Board decisions

The Board denied payment of attorney fees from past-due benefits as the EAJA fees exceeded the amount payable under the attorney fee agreement.

The Board has remanded the case to allow for additional development and consideration of the veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected cervical spine disability.

The Board has remanded the veteran's claims for increased ratings for chronic left knee tendinitis and chronic lumbar syndrome due to inadequate consideration of relevant regulations and additional development is required.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to questions regarding the nature and etiology of the veteran's claimed back disability, as well as the current severity of his service-connected right wrist and left ankle disabilities. The veteran is also being asked to provide any private medical records that may be relevant.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for degenerative disc disease (DDD) of the lumbar spine, finding that there was no evidence linking his current condition to service.

The Board has determined that the current evaluation of the veteran's right knee laxity is not before it at this time and will be addressed separately. The appeal involves claims for secondary service connection for a low back disability, an increased rating for early degenerative arthritis of the right knee, and individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities.

The veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) is being remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and records.

The veteran's service medical records are missing, and the Board is remanding the case to obtain these records. The RO should also seek additional medical opinions regarding a possible connection between the veteran's current back disorder and his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to VCAA notification issues and additional development is required.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for an increased rating for postoperative residuals of a nose fracture, service connection for allergic rhinitis, low back pain, and residuals of frostbite to his ears. The remaining issues were remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete Social Security Administration records and other procedural issues.

The veteran's claim for special monthly pension benefits due to the need for regular aid and attendance of another person was denied as he does not meet the criteria set forth in VA regulations.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for degenerative joint disease of the lumbosacral spine and right hip, both secondary to his service-connected status post right ankle fracture. The claim for a higher rating for the right ankle disorder is also denied.

The veteran's claim of entitlement to an increased evaluation for service-connected low back strain is being remanded due to the need for current medical findings consistent with the revised rating criteria and proper application of VCAA notice.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for right ankle disorder and low back disorder, finding that there is no competent evidence showing a current disability related to service.

The Board has remanded the case due to VCAA compliance issues and a need for further examination regarding prostatitis.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and attempting to obtain Social Security Administration records.

The Board has ordered further development due to pending issues regarding the veteran's back disability. The case is now being sent for additional examination and review.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection of a lumbar spine disorder and is now considering its merits. The veteran's cervical spine condition was not incurred in or aggravated by active service.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for a low back disability, bilateral ankle disability, and bilateral arch disability. The veteran was granted service connection for tension headaches and left shoulder disability but with noncompensable ratings.