Hearing loss Board decisions

The veteran's hearing loss disability is manifested by level II hearing loss in one ear and level I hearing loss in the other ear, resulting in a noncompensable evaluation. The Board has determined that the criteria for a compensable rating have not been met.

The VA determined that the veteran's current bilateral hearing loss was not incurred in or aggravated by his military service, and denied his claim for service connection.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen the veteran's claims of service connection for hearing loss and tinnitus. The evidence now shows a current diagnosis of bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, which is consistent with noise exposure during military service.

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

The veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a more contemporaneous VA audiological evaluation, as his hearing loss has been observed to be worsening over time.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for left ear hearing loss, a compensable rating for right ear hearing loss from November 19, 1999 to January 16, 2003, and a rating in excess of 10 percent for right ear hearing loss from January 17, 2003. The claims are being remanded due to the need for additional development including VA examinations.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on need for regular aid and attendance or being housebound prior to August 30, 2002.

The VA determined that the veteran's left ear hearing loss does not warrant a compensable disability rating.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and headaches. The appeals were decided on the basis of direct service connection without any presumption or secondary to a service-connected disability.

The VA has determined that the veteran's bilateral hearing loss does not warrant a compensable evaluation, as his hearing impairment is currently rated at Level I in both ears.

The veteran's claims for service connection for arthritis of the back, knees, and shoulders, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus were denied as there is no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has remanded the veteran's claims for service connection for hearing loss, tinnitus, and residuals of a concussion. The effective date for the grant of service connection for PTSD is set at November 29, 1999.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have current bilateral hearing loss disability, and her service-connected patellofemoral syndrome of the left knee is manifested by tenderness on palpation without functional limitation. The initial evaluations for tinea versicolor, polynephritis, and tinnitus are denied as well.

The veteran's claims for service connection for hearing loss and tinnitus are being remanded due to the need for further examination.

The Board has determined that the veteran's left ear hearing loss disability does not warrant a compensable evaluation, as it is currently manifested by Level II hearing in the left ear.

The Board found that the veteran's current bilateral hearing loss is not etiologically related to any incident during his military service, including a motor vehicle accident.

The Board has determined that the veteran's service-connected bilateral hearing loss does not warrant a compensable initial evaluation.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have current hearing loss or tinnitus disabilities and therefore cannot establish service connection for these conditions.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for residuals of concussion, including double cross vision, and bilateral hearing loss. The evidence did not establish a relationship between these conditions and service.

The Board finds that the veteran's current bilateral hearing loss is related to his military service, and grants service connection for this condition.