Chronic bronchitis decisions — 2022

The Veteran's respiratory condition, including bronchitis, COPD, and/or asthma, is currently on appeal. The Board has remanded the case to obtain an addendum opinion from a VA medical professional regarding the likelihood of a connection between the Veteran's presumed exposure to toxic herbicides in service and his development of a respiratory condition.

The Veteran's cervical spine disability is denied as there is no evidence of a nexus between the condition and service.,The Veteran's dental disability claim for treatment purposes is dismissed due to her total disability rating based on individual unemployability.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic bronchitis, finding no current diagnosis of a lung condition and thus not meeting the criteria for service connection.

The Veteran's COPD is related to his diagnosis of chronic bronchitis during service, and the Board has granted service connection for COPD.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a respiratory condition, including bronchitis and chronic cough, as well as his claim for service connection for a back condition. The VA is directed to obtain the Veteran's complete service treatment records and provide an addendum opinion regarding the etiology of these conditions.

The Board has found the VA examinations for bronchitis and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) inadequate due to an inaccurate medical history. The claims are remanded for further development.

The Board denied service connection for a respiratory condition, including sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, bronchitis, and COPD. For the period prior to May 30, 2002, entitlement to TDIU was also denied. From May 30, 2002, to February 28, 2016, entitlement to extraschedular TDIU was granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's sleep apnea is related to his service-connected COPD with emphysema, bronchiectasis, and chronic bronchitis. Therefore, service connection for sleep apnea as secondary to service-connected COPD is granted.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claim for service connection for a respiratory condition, including asthma, COPD, and bronchitis. The issue of entitlement to service connection is remanded due to the need for additional development regarding exposure to asbestos and dusts.

The Veteran's tinnitus claim is remanded for extraschedular consideration.,The Veteran's claims for bilateral chronic open angle glaucoma with bilateral nodular scleritis, MDD, depression (claimed as insomnia), bronchitis, migraines, cervical and lumbar back conditions, uterine fibroids, hysterectomy, peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities, right ankle condition, and DM are remanded for additional development.,The Veteran's claims for MDD, depression (claimed as insomnia), migraines, cervical and lumbar back conditions, uterine fibroids, hysterectomy, peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities, right ankle condition, and DM are remanded for VA examinations to determine their etiology.,The Veteran's bronchitis claim is remanded for additional development.,The Veteran's migraines claim is remanded for a VA examination to determine its nature and etiology.,The Veteran's cervical and lumbar back conditions claims are remanded for a VA examination to determine their nature and etiology.,The Veteran's uterine fibroids, hysterectomy, peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities, right ankle condition, and DM claims are remanded for VA examinations to determine their nature and etiology.,The Veteran's right ankle condition claim is remanded for a VA examination to determine its nature and etiology.,The Veteran's DM claim is remanded for additional development.

The Board has granted the reopening of claims for service connection for left foot plantar wart and bilateral pes cavus. The claims are remanded for additional development regarding respiratory disorder, pharyngitis, dermatitis, psoriasis, left foot disability, and right foot disability.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the service connection for a lung disorder, specifically whether it is secondary to asbestos exposure.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's appeal was improperly placed in the AMA system and should be re-docketed under the Legacy system. The AOJ must issue an SOC addressing all issues on appeal, and the Veteran is given the opportunity to perfect his appeal by filing a VA Form 9.

The Veteran's service-connected right lung disability has worsened, requiring him to visit urgent care for treatment. The Board finds that a VA examination is necessary to determine the current severity of his disability.

The Veteran's service connection claim for breathing problems is remanded due to incomplete examination and the need for a new VA examination to address lay statements and post-service treatment records.

The Board has granted service connection for COPD, but the cases of sinus tachycardia, chronic bronchitis, and asthma are remanded due to insufficient medical opinions.

The Board has determined that the VA examinations and opinions provided were inadequate to address the Veteran's claims for service connection. The issues of entitlement to service connection have been remanded due to deficiencies in the prior VA examination reports.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development due to incomplete medical records and insufficient explanations in previous VA examinations.

Your appeal has been dismissed due to the Veteran's death. The Board does not have jurisdiction to decide your claims as they are no longer pending.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to conflicting findings and the need for further VA examinations.