Knee decisions — 2017

The Board has determined that the Veteran's left knee traumatic arthritis is due to service and not aggravated by any in-service injury or disease, thus granting service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for the VA to obtain additional treatment records and readjudicate his claims of a higher rating for left knee disability and TDIU.

The Board found that the Veteran's right knee disability has been manifested by traumatic arthritis with pain on motion and flexion limited to 110 degrees for the entire period on appeal. The criteria for a higher rating have not been met.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his pulmonary condition and multiple musculoskeletal issues, have rendered him unable to secure or maintain substantially gainful employment since September 17, 2013.

The Veteran's claim for increased SMC based on need for higher level of aid and attendance is denied as he does not meet the criteria for receiving SMC at the maximum rate under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1114(o).

The Veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of her service-connected left knee disability is being remanded due to the need for additional examination and consideration of new evidence.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD results in total occupational and social impairment, warranting a 100% disability rating.

The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling VA examinations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a right knee disorder and denied service connection for it. The claim of entitlement to compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 for a left foot disorder due to VA treatment is also denied.,Service connection was denied for PTSD, an acquired psychiatric disorder (Bipolar Disorder), hepatitis C, and a right knee disorder.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current right knee disability had its onset in service and granted service connection for residuals of MCL tear of the right knee.

The Veteran is seeking an increased evaluation for his service-connected right knee osteoarthritis. The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for updated treatment records and a new VA examination.

The Veteran's appeal includes multiple issues related to his service-connected disabilities and a request for TDIU. The case is being remanded for scheduling a videoconference hearing before the Board.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a video conference hearing. The service connection issue remains pending.

The Veteran is granted an initial 10 percent rating for left knee osteoarthritis from August 10, 2010 to April 16, 2015 and a separate 10 percent rating for left knee instability effective August 10, 2010.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unable to obtain and maintain substantially gainful employment for the entire appeal period.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a bilateral leg disability that is attributable to his active service, and therefore denied the claim for service connection.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, diagnosed as major depressive disorder (MDD), is found to be related to his active service. The Board grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's service-connected postoperative residuals of right knee ligament reconstruction and mood disorder have rendered him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation, warranting a TDIU.

The Board found that the Veteran's service-connected varicose veins with chronic phlebitis and stasis dermatitis of his bilateral lower extremities did not contribute substantially or materially to his death, as they were not a principal cause. The Board also noted that there was no evidence linking these conditions to his fatal diseases.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including rescheduling VA examinations and reviewing his VA treatment records.