Hearing loss Board decisions

The Veteran's back disability is granted as service-connected. The issues of left hand, right hand, bilateral lung condition (embolism), right shoulder, right knee, and left knee conditions are remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss was denied as his audiometric test results did not meet the specific pure tone thresholds and/or speech discrimination percentages required for a higher rating.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied because he failed to report for a VA examination and there is no current diagnosis of bilateral hearing loss as defined by VA regulations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to new evidence obtained from the Department of Defense and the need for additional examinations and medical opinions.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss has been rated at 50 percent since January 31, 2022. The claim for an initial increased rating is denied.

The Board denied a compensable disability rating for the service-connected right ear hearing loss, finding that the Veteran's hearing acuity did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has decided to remand the cases of service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus due to new evidence obtained after the prior decision.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, jaw disorder (TMJ), and sinus condition other than allergic rhinitis have been denied as there is no evidence of current disabilities meeting the criteria for service connection.

The Veteran's claims for a higher rating for varicose veins, left leg and service connection for bilateral hearing loss are remanded due to the need for additional development. The TDIU claim is also remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with the increased rating claim.

The Board has granted service connection for left ear hearing loss, finding that it is related to in-service noise exposure and resolving all doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss and left elbow strain were denied as not related to service. The lumbosacral strain was also denied, but the claim for depression and anxiety disorders is being remanded.,Service connection for depression and anxiety disorders remains pending.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that the Veteran's conditions are related to his active duty service.

The Veteran's service connection claims for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus are granted as both conditions are related to military noise exposure.

The Board has denied service connection for left shoulder, neck, back, and bilateral hearing loss conditions. Service connection was granted for tinnitus.

The Board has remanded the claims of entitlement to service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD. The Veteran was not provided with a VA examination as required by law.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that the Veteran's current disabilities did not have their onset during or within one year after service, nor were they related to in-service noise exposure.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, hearing loss, tinnitus, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction, rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation as of January 1, 2022.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including CAD, prostate cancer residuals, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus, render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. The Board has granted the TDIU on schedular basis.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that his current conditions did not manifest in or were caused by military service.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for bilateral hearing loss and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) were denied as there was no evidence of symptoms warranting a compensable disability rating.