Hearing loss Board decisions

The Board has denied the veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, finding no evidence of a nexus between current hearing loss and military service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's hearing loss does not warrant a compensable rating, as his average puretone thresholds do not meet the criteria for any higher rating under VA regulations.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that there was no evidence of current disability meeting VA criteria.

The Board has determined that the appellant does not meet the criteria for special monthly pension by reason of need for regular aid and attendance, as her conditions do not necessitate constant personal assistance.

The veteran seeks service connection for various conditions, but her service has not been verified and additional records are needed. The case is remanded to the RO for further action.

The Board has reopened the veteran's claim for service connection for left ear hearing loss and granted it on the merits.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current diagnosis of degenerative disc disease, peripheral neuropathy, left knee arthritis, bilateral hearing loss, or tinnitus. Therefore, service connection for these conditions is denied.

The Board has granted a 30 percent rating for the veteran's service-connected bilateral hearing loss, effective June 10, 2002.

The Board has determined that there was clear and unmistakable error in the March 29, 2002, and September 26, 2002, rating decisions addressing the veteran's claims for service connection and a total rating based on individual unemployability. The veteran forfeited all rights to VA compensation benefits due to his forfeiture of rights as a consequence of treasonable acts during World War II.

The veteran's service-connected tinnitus and hearing loss were evaluated, but the RO denied an increased evaluation. The case is being remanded for further audiometric testing.

The VA Board of Veterans' Appeals has determined that the veteran does not have hearing loss attributable to his period of military service and therefore denied the claim for service connection.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension, hemorrhoids, asthma, and bilateral hearing loss. The veteran's current conditions are considered to be directly related to his military service.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current bilateral hearing loss disability as defined by VA regulations. Therefore, service connection for this condition is denied.

The Board found no evidence of a bilateral hearing loss disability or recurrent tinnitus during service, and the medical opinion was that these conditions are not related to service. The claims for service connection were therefore denied.

The VA determined that the veteran's bilateral hearing loss is not related to his military service and denied his claim for service connection.

The Board has ordered remand due to incomplete medical opinions and need for additional psychological evaluation.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and depression, and denied an increased rating for the veteran's meniscus tear of the left knee. The veteran was not granted any new ratings or benefits.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, a left foot disorder, and a left ankle disorder due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral sensorineural hearing loss as secondary to service-connected bilateral otitis media with perforated eardrums.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, both of which are related to in-service noise exposure. Service connection was also granted for cervical spine disability, but the veteran's current condition is not considered service-connected as it does not meet the criteria for a compensable disability.