Knee Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for lumbar strain and degenerative disc disease was granted, with the effective date being prior to May 2, 2017. The claims for left knee strain, right knee strain, left thumb disability, fracture of the ring and little finger of the right hand, asthma, obstructive sleep apnea, and generalized anxiety disorder were all granted.

The Veteran's service-connected bilateral knee degenerative joint disease is currently rated as 10 percent disabling. The VA examination did not comply with the requirements in Sharp v. Shulkin and Mitchell, so the case is being remanded for a new evaluation that considers flare-ups and their impact on function.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a right knee disability, finding that there was no evidence of an in-service injury or disease and that the current condition is not related to his active service.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's left knee disability with total left knee replacement as secondary to his service-connected right knee arthritis with total right knee replacement. The claim for sleep apnea is remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for low back disability, bilateral knee and ankle disabilities, and acquired psychiatric disorder due to insufficient medical evidence on file. The Veteran is required to undergo VA examinations in order to determine if his current conditions are related to service.

The Veteran's right knee degenerative arthritis has been granted a 20% disability rating for limitation of flexion throughout the entire period on appeal.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a bilateral knee disability and hypertension, finding that there is no evidence of these conditions during service or related to service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for chronic fatigue syndrome, pulmonary disorder, coronary artery disease, left ankle disorder, right ankle disorder, left knee disorder, right knee disorder, chronic eye disorder, and lumbar spine disorder. The right elbow disorder claim is also remanded.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings in excess of 10 percent for right knee and left ankle degenerative joint disease have been dismissed as the Veteran has withdrawn his appeal.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings on multiple knee and wrist conditions have been dismissed due to the death of the Veteran.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and her left knee disability has been granted. The remaining issues are remanded for further development.

The Board has granted service connection for left and right knee disabilities, but denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss. The decision on tinnitus is pending as it is at least in equipoise with the evidence.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for a right knee disorder has been dismissed due to his death.

The Board has granted service connection for lumbar spondylosis, bilateral knee osteoarthritis, and bilateral hip osteoarthritis. The claim of an increased rating for migraine headaches associated with service-connected tinnitus is remanded. The TDIU claim is also remanded.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for left and right knee disabilities, finding no evidence of a nexus between his current disabilities and his military service.

The Board has remanded the claims for increased ratings and service connection due to incomplete examinations and outstanding medical records.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's left knee condition, including his service records and the exact dates of his periods of active duty for training (ACDUTRA) and inactive duty for training (INACDUTRA).

The Veteran's right knee arthroplasty is rated at 60 percent until November 21, 2018. From that date, the rating is reduced to 30 percent due to improvement in her condition. A total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) is granted.

The Veteran's hypertension and right knee scar are being remanded for further evaluation as the current evidence does not provide sufficient information to determine their severity.

The Board has determined that further development is needed for the Veteran's claims of service connection for various disabilities, including hip, knee, and foot disabilities, headaches, sleep apnea, hypertension, and an acquired psychiatric disorder. The case is being remanded to obtain additional medical records and to schedule the Veteran for VA examinations to determine the etiology of these conditions.