Shoulder decisions — 2011

The Board found that the October 1946 rating decision, which continued a 40 percent rating for a muscle injury due to gunshot wound of the right shoulder, was not clearly and unmistakably erroneous.

The Veteran's claim for financial assistance in the purchase of an automobile and adaptive equipment or adaptive equipment only is being remanded due to the need for additional VA examinations, updated medical records, and further development.

The Veteran's claim for increased ratings for postoperative residuals of a right hip replacement is being remanded to the RO due to procedural issues and potential development needs.

The Veteran's right shoulder disorder, claimed as secondary to his service-connected residuals of a fracture to the 4th right metacarpal, was not found to be related to service or service-connected conditions. The Board denied the claim for service connection.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for a foot disability to include bilateral talus spur and arthritis was granted. The appeals for left knee disability, left shoulder disability including as secondary to service-connected cervical spine disability, and an increased rating for headaches were withdrawn by the Veteran prior to decision.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to address the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased rating, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for right shoulder impingement and microcytic anemia, as well as service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support granting any of these claims.

The Veteran's right shoulder impingement syndrome is currently rated at 20 percent, the maximum allowable under Diagnostic Code 5201. The VA examiner found that the Veteran has normal range of motion and does not warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for a clarifying medical opinion regarding his left shoulder disability.

The Board found that the Veteran's right shoulder disorder is not caused or chronically worsened by his service-connected right ankle disability.

The Board has remanded the case for a Travel Board hearing and further development. The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased rating are pending.

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

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for right leg, right knee, and right shoulder disorders due to a lack of evidence showing current diagnoses or a link between his in-service symptoms and his current conditions.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and clarifying his combat history.

The Veteran's claims for tinnitus, bilateral elbow disorder, and right shoulder/arm disorder are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and opinions.

The Board has decided to remand the case for further development, including a VA examination and obtaining additional medical records. The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of an injury to his left shoulder will be reconsidered based on the new evidence.

The Veteran withdrew his claims for service connection and increased disability rating.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a VA examination to assess the severity of her right shoulder disability and determine if she needs aid and attendance.

The Board has determined that additional development is required before the issue of evaluating the left shoulder disability can be adjudicated. The Veteran needs to undergo a VA examination and obtain relevant outstanding medical records.

The Board found that the Veteran's right shoulder disorder was not incurred in or aggravated by service and denied his claim.