Hearing loss Board decisions

The Veteran's hearing loss has been rated as zero percent disabling, and the Board finds that a compensable evaluation is not warranted.,Service connection for degenerative arthritis and disc disease of the lumbar spine and radiculopathy, right lower extremity are remanded due to insufficient evidence in the record regarding their etiology.,The Veteran's hearing loss has been rated as zero percent disabling, and a compensable evaluation is not warranted.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for pulmonary fibrosis has been granted on a direct basis. The claims for service connection for immune dysfunction disability and multiple joint pain with arthralgia are remanded due to the need for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not preclude him from obtaining and maintaining substantially gainful employment prior to September 13, 2018.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss was previously rated at 10 percent and is now restored to a 10 percent evaluation effective November 1, 2017. The case is remanded for further development regarding an increased rating.

The Board has ordered a remand for further examination and opinion regarding the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss, as there are inconsistencies in the pre-service audiometric results.

The Veteran's hearing loss claim is denied as the weight of evidence does not support a finding that his current hearing loss disability was caused by in-service noise exposure.,Tinnitus has been granted service connection based on continuity of symptomatology since active service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, finding that there is no current diagnosis of hearing loss sufficient for VA purposes and that the evidence does not support a link between in-service noise exposure and any diagnosed condition.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus. The Veteran's claims for right foot hallux valgus, left foot hallux valgus, OSA, hemorrhoids, and PTSD are REMANDED.

The Board denied service connection for a right hip condition and hearing loss due to the lack of evidence showing current disabilities.

The Veteran's appeal for a rating in excess of 40 percent for his back disability is dismissed. The extension of a temporary total rating beyond October 1, 2018, based on a period of convalescence for service-connected back disability is denied. The Veteran is granted a TDIU.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus disabilities, finding that the evidence is at least in equipoise as to whether these conditions are related to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus due to incomplete VA examination and lack of complete service personnel records. The Veteran is required to undergo a VA audiology examination to determine the etiology of his hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss as the Veteran does not have a current disability of hearing loss that meets VA criteria.

The Veteran's service-connected bilateral hearing loss disability is rated at 10 percent since December 4, 2019. The appeal for a higher rating or TDIU was denied as the evidence did not meet the criteria for extraschedular consideration.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is rated at 30 percent prior to October 19, 2022, and at 40 percent thereafter. The Board has denied a higher rating for the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss.,The issues of service connection for left knee disability, right knee disability, bronchial asthma, and COPD are remanded due to insufficient development regarding the Veteran's exposure history and medical opinions.,TDIU prior to December 9, 2020 is remanded as it may be impacted by the outcome of the other service connection claims.

The Board has remanded the cases for additional development, including obtaining relevant treatment records and scheduling VA examinations to determine the nature and etiology of the Veteran's enlarged spleen and liver disorders.

The Veteran's migraine headaches are rated at the highest available level of 50 percent, and his bilateral hearing loss is granted. The Veteran also receives a grant for TDIU.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for increased ratings and compensation for various conditions, including PTSD, corneal retinal scar, ulna fracture, and bilateral hearing loss. The Board dismissed the appeal as these issues were withdrawn by the Veteran.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is currently rated at 10 percent, and the Board finds that his claim for an increased rating is denied.,The Veteran contends he has a vision disability secondary to service-connected diabetes mellitus. The Board finds no evidence of a current vision disability and concludes that service connection for this issue is also denied.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to the Veteran's incarceration and failure to report for VA examinations.,The Board has also remanded the case for a VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of any left leg disorder, acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD), bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, ear disorder other than bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, and sleep apnea that may be present.,Additional records have been obtained since the last decision, including VA treatment records. The AOJ should ensure compliance with these directives and take any corrective action if needed.,The Board notes that the issue of entitlement to service connection for sleep apnea is inextricably intertwined with the issue of entitlement to service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder.