Knee decisions — 2006

The veteran's claims for increased ratings for left knee disability and duodenal ulcer disease were denied. The Board found that the current ratings of 30% for left knee disability and 20% for duodenal ulcer disease are appropriate based on the evidence.

The veteran's appeal involves multiple issues related to his service-connected knee replacements and hemorrhoids, including requests for increased ratings and effective dates. The case is being remanded due to the need for additional examination reports.

The VA denied an increased rating for the veteran's right total knee replacement, finding that it did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation.

The Board denied service connection for low back, bilateral hip, and bilateral knee disabilities as secondary to the veteran's service-connected ankle disability. The evidence did not show a direct relationship between these conditions and his military service.

The veteran is seeking increased ratings for his service-connected left knee arthritis, right knee chondromalacia patella and bilateral pes planus. The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to obtain additional evidence and conduct further examinations.

The veteran's claim for service connection for degenerative disc disease of the lumbosacral spine is denied. The claim for an increased rating for total left hip replacement is granted to a 70 percent evaluation, and the claim for an increased rating for posterior cruciate ligament tear of the left knee remains at 30 percent. A separate 10 percent evaluation is assigned for limitation of flexion of the left knee.

The Board has dismissed the appeal due to a lack of timely substantive appeal regarding the December 1999 rating decision concerning an increased rating for a bilateral foot disability.

The veteran's claim for financial assistance in acquiring an automobile or other conveyance and adaptive equipment was denied as her service-connected disabilities do not meet the eligibility criteria.

The Board has found that the veteran's claim of service connection for a left knee disability is not fully developed and requires additional examination to determine if he currently suffers from such a condition, and whether it is related to his military service.

The veteran's service-connected knee conditions have been evaluated based on their severity, with the left leg condition receiving a higher evaluation due to its combination of osteochondrosis and internal derangement.

The veteran's death was not due to a service-connected disability, and therefore the appellant is not entitled to CHAMPVA benefits.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims of service connection for residuals of a left arm injury, shell fragment wound of the right knee, and back injury as there is no evidence of such conditions in service or for many years thereafter.

The Board denied the veteran's request to reopen his claim of entitlement to service connection for a right knee condition, finding that new and material evidence had not been presented.

The veteran's back condition is rated at 60% due to pronounced intervertebral disc syndrome with significant symptoms.,The veteran's left knee condition remains at 20%, as the evidence does not support a higher rating.,The veteran's fused left ankle and residuals are rated at 20%, with no further increase.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities do not preclude employment consistent with his education and occupational experience.

The Board found no evidence of a left knee disability in service and concluded that the current condition is not related to service. The claim for service connection was denied.

The veteran's claims for increased evaluations of his left knee, right foot neuropathy, and right calf compartment syndrome were denied. The claim for an increased evaluation of the right knee was also denied.

The Board denied increased ratings for the veteran's service-connected disabilities involving shell fragment wounds to his thighs and knees, finding that the current manifestations do not warrant a higher rating.

The veteran's residuals of a left knee Baker's cyst are not shown to meet the criteria for a higher evaluation, and he is currently rated at 10%.

The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn prior to the Board making a decision.