Knee Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for a temporary total evaluation based on surgical or other treatment necessitating convalescence and an effective date earlier than February 23, 2009, for a 30 percent disability rating for service-connected left knee disability under Diagnostic Code 5055 are granted.

The Veteran's claims of service connection for a back disorder and left knee disorders are being remanded to obtain medical opinions on the questions as to whether these disorders are related to his active service. The claim of secondary service connection for a right knee disorder is also being remanded.

The Veteran's left knee disorder is being remanded for further examination and opinion to determine if it is related to service, especially as secondary to his right knee disorder.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional medical opinions and for further development of his claims, including a VA examination.

The Veteran's tinnitus is found to be related to his active duty service, and he is granted service connection for this condition.

The Board found no evidence of a left knee injury during service and concluded that the current left knee condition is not related to any event, injury or disease in service. The Veteran's claim for service connection was denied.

The Board found no credible evidence of a right knee injury during periods of INACDUTRA, and thus denied the claim for service connection.

The Veteran's service-connected mechanical low back strain is currently rated at 20 percent since December 22, 2011. The Board denied an increased rating for the period prior to that date.,For the period since December 22, 2011, the evidence does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation of mechanical low back strain.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to a need for another VA opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's knee, wrist, and foot disorders.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including verification of his Reserve service and an appropriate VA examination to evaluate his claimed cervical spine disorder.

The Veteran's left knee disability was rated as 10 percent disabling prior to July 12, 2008 and a separate rating for instability of the left knee. From September 1, 2009, he is rated at 60 percent for his status post left knee replacement.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings of his service-connected left hip, right knee, and bilateral knee disabilities have been granted. The effective date is not specified.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's right knee disability is not related to his service-connected left knee disability and therefore, denied the claim for service connection.

The Board found that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of a left knee disability related to active military service and denied his claim for service connection.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for clarification regarding his desire for a DRO hearing. The case will be returned to the RO/AMC for appropriate action.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn prior to the Board issuing a decision. The claims for service connection for a left great toe disability and increased ratings for various knee disabilities are dismissed.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral knee degenerative joint disease, left foot and heel pain, and right elbow pain are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Veteran's claim for a certificate of eligibility for assistance in acquiring specially adapted housing is being remanded due to the need for further examination and consideration of his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to fully and fairly consider the Veteran's claims, including obtaining relevant medical records and scheduling appropriate examinations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current bilateral shoulder/upper back disorder or left knee disorder that is related to her military service. The claim for bilateral pes planus was granted, and the right knee disorder (shin splints) claim is encompassed in the award of service connection for shin splints.