Hearing loss Board decisions

The Board has remanded the cases due to the need for additional examinations and evaluations. The Veteran's claims for service connection are not currently granted.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus are granted as service connection is established due to in-service noise exposure.,Service connection for TBI and headaches is remanded as additional evidence is needed.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, finding that there was no evidence to support a link between his current hearing loss and his military service.

The Veteran's asthma was granted service connection as it manifested within the required timeframe and is presumed to be related to his active duty service in Southwest Asia. The issues regarding bilateral hearing loss and right shoulder condition are remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's initial compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss is denied as his hearing impairment does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, renal cell carcinoma with glomerulosclerosis status post kidney transplant, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Additional development is needed including obtaining VA treatment records, private medical records, and verifying service in National Guard and Reserve components.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU due to service-connected disabilities, including extraschedular consideration, was denied as he failed without good cause to report for a VA examination that was necessary to evaluate his condition.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus due to inadequate medical opinions regarding the etiology of his hearing loss.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss is denied as his current hearing acuity does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under VA's tables for rating hearing loss disabilities.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for further development due to outstanding records from the Social Security Administration.

The Board dismissed the appeals regarding various conditions including PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, migraines, GERD, restless leg syndrome, and a respiratory disorder due to the appellant's withdrawal of the appeal.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, right knee strain, left knee strain, and left ear hearing loss have been granted.,The Veteran's claims for right hip strain and left hip strain are pending and will be remanded to the RO for further evaluation.

The Veteran's claims for a higher rating for bilateral sensorineural hearing loss and TDIU were denied because he failed to report for scheduled VA examinations without good cause.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied. For the entire period on appeal, a rating of 70 percent and no higher for major depressive disorder with substance abuse disorder is granted, but the case is remanded to determine if TDIU should be granted.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for an eye condition, bilateral hearing loss, and transient ischemic attack due to lack of development in these areas. The Veteran is also being asked to provide evidence regarding potential exposure to hazardous materials during his service.

The Veteran's tinnitus and bilateral hearing loss are granted as service-connected. The claim for bilateral hearing loss is remanded to obtain audiogram results.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased rating for right knee strain and service connection for hearing loss due to scheduling issues with VA examinations.

The Board has determined that further development is necessary for the Veteran's claims of service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and bilateral hearing loss due to potential issues with the adequacy of previous examinations.

The Board has remanded two issues: service connection for tinnitus secondary to service-connected bilateral hearing loss and an initial increase to a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss. The Veteran's representative raised the issue of tinnitus, which was not previously adjudicated by VA.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss due to a lack of evidence showing the presence or onset of this condition during active duty, and it is not related to in-service noise exposure. The Veteran's current hearing loss does not meet VA criteria for disability.,The Board remanded issues regarding hip condition (including sacroiliitis with joint dysfunction), right knee patellar tendonitis, left knee patellar tendonitis, and TMJD due to the need for further examination and evaluation.