Knee decisions — 2010

The Veteran's claims for higher evaluations of his right ankle and left knee disabilities were denied. The maximum disability ratings under the applicable diagnostic codes have been assigned.

The Veteran's service connection claims for multiple conditions, including retropatellar pain syndrome of the right knee, tendinitis of the right wrist, recurrent tinnitus, chronic vasomotor rhinosinusitis with a retention cyst of the left maxillary sinus, and other unspecified disorders have been granted.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection on all issues except hepatitis, to include hepatitis C, have been withdrawn. The case is being remanded for scheduling a hearing.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance or housebound status.

The Board denied the appellant's claims for service connection for various conditions, including right and left knee disorders, bilateral foot disorder, hemorrhoids, and a right eye disorder. The evidence did not support a finding of current disabilities or a link to service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for various conditions, including left ankle arthritis, bilateral knee arthritis, right hip condition (to include arthritis), and dizziness. The VA examiner found no evidence linking these conditions to military service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right knee disability and a cardiovascular disorder, as well as his claim for an increased rating for dysthymic disorder. The Veteran did not have a current right knee disability or cardiovascular disorder that was incurred in service.

The Board has dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's withdrawal of the appeal.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development to determine if service connection should be granted for hypertension, gout, right knee disorder, low back disorder, and psychiatric disorder (PTSD).

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining SSA records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current right knee, left knee, and low back disabilities are not related to her service or any service-connected conditions. The claims for service connection have been denied.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including an examination to assess his employability given his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has decided to grant the Veteran's claim for service connection for a right knee disorder, including as secondary to her service-connected left knee disability. The decision is based on evidence showing that she had a chronic right knee disability during the appeal period and that it was related to her service or aggravated by her service-connected left knee disability.

The Board has remanded the case for further development to consider whether an extraschedular evaluation is warranted due to marked interference with employment and frequent hospitalizations.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to assess his current left knee disability and its relationship to service.

The Veteran is seeking service connection for bilateral knee disorder and toe nails falling off, which he claims are secondary to his service-connected type II diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities. The Board has determined that remand is necessary to develop these claims on a secondary basis.

The Board found no evidence of a current disability related to the Veteran's first period of active service and denied his claims for service connection.

The Board has determined that the appellant's left knee disability is not related to his active military service and thus denied his claim for service connection.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn and dismissed due to the appellant's request for suspension of VA compensation until further notice.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary prior to adjudication of the Veteran's claim for service connection for a left knee disorder, including as secondary to his right knee disorder.