Sarcoidosis Board decisions

The Veteran's lymphadenitis/sarcoidosis is rated at 100 percent effective March 15, 2016. The Board also found that the Veteran has diastolic congestive heart failure due to sarcoidosis and granted a 100 percent rating for this condition as well.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a left ear hearing loss disability is denied as there is no current diagnosis of the condition.,The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for service-connected tinnitus is denied as the maximum schedular evaluation has been assigned.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his left and right knee degenerative changes, as well as for sarcoid uveitis. The VA is instructed to obtain any outstanding treatment records and schedule a VA examination to assess the severity of the Veteran's bilateral knees and sarcoid uveitis.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for left knee disability, right ankle disability, sarcoidosis, and a higher rating for lumbar strain due to additional medical development and opinion.

The Veteran's PTSD is being remanded for obtaining updated VA and private treatment records, as well as a VA examination to assess the impact of his service-connected disabilities on employment. The TDIU claim is also being remanded.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding the issue of entitlement to an increased rating for systemic sarcoidosis and OSA.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient information in the January 2012 VA examination and the Veteran's testimony about breathing problems since service. The claim will be reconsidered with a new opinion on whether sarcoidosis is related to service, including Gulf War exposure.

The Veteran's request to reopen his claim for service connection for sarcoidosis was denied. The Board also remanded the cases of increased rating for lumbosacral strain and TDIU evaluation.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for arthritis, anosmia, sarcoidosis, hypertension, and psychiatric disability due to insufficient evidence. The VA will obtain additional treatment records and schedule the Veteran for a VA examination.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an eye disability, finding insufficient evidence to show that his current eye disabilities had their onset in service or were otherwise related to service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and the Board has determined that there is new and material evidence to support reopening of his claims. The appeals are remanded for further development including VA examinations and opinions regarding the relationship between the Veteran’s current conditions and his military service.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for lymphoma, bronchogenic carcinoma, sarcoidosis, and aplastic anemia was withdrawn.,Service connection for bronchogenic carcinoma, sarcoidosis, and aplastic anemia is denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a disability manifested by an irregular heartbeat, secondary to his service-connected sarcoidosis, has been denied.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a skin disability manifested by itching, secondary to his service-connected sarcoidosis, has also been denied.

The Board has remanded the claims for cervical spine disorder, thoracolumbar spine disorder, prostate cancer, and sarcoidosis with a history of anemia due to additional development being needed.

The Board has remanded several issues related to service connection for various conditions, including PTSD, left shoulder disability, left knee disability, low back disability, and sarcoidosis of the right lower lip. The Veteran's claims are being reviewed due to insufficient evidence regarding his claimed stressors for PTSD, lack of VA examinations for other disabilities, and need for additional development related to exposure to asbestos.

The Veteran's sarcoidosis was granted a 100% evaluation effective November 12, 2014. The Veteran's depressive disorder is currently rated at 50%. Effective February 9, 2015, the Veteran received a 100% rating for his sarcoidosis.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and examination, including obtaining additional VA treatment records and scheduling examinations to assess the severity of the Veteran's knee disabilities and sarcoidosis.

The Veteran's sarcoidosis disability has worsened and she testified that it warrants a higher evaluation. The claim is being remanded for an updated VA examination to assess the current severity of her condition.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete development and a need for an examination. The Veteran's respiratory disorder, including bronchial asthma and pulmonary sarcoidosis, is being reviewed to determine if it was incurred during service or related to service.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for the assignment of a 70 percent rating for service-connected PTSD, TDIU, and DEA benefits is denied. The effective dates are set at May 7, 2003.