Shoulder decisions — 2020

The Veteran's claims for service connection of erectile dysfunction, left hip disability, low back disability and right shoulder disability were denied as new and material evidence was not received.,The Veteran's claim for service connection of patellofemoral pain syndrome of the right knee was granted with an initial evaluation of 10 percent effective June 6, 2018.

The Veteran's right shoulder disability, including recurrent dislocation and degenerative joint disease, is rated at the maximum percentage. A separate rating for nerve injury of the right arm and shoulder as of August 9, 2012, is granted.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for increased ratings in writing prior to the hearing, thus all issues on appeal are dismissed.

The Veteran's increased rating for his left shoulder disorder is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to assess the current severity of his condition.

The application to reopen the claim of entitlement to service connection for right shoulder disability is granted. The application to reopen the claim of entitlement to service connection for myopia and astigmatism (claimed as eyesight and vision condition) is denied.

The Board denied service connection for arthritis of the right wrist and hand, arthritis of the left wrist and hand, and a musculoskeletal disability other than elbows, wrists, arms, hands, shoulders or cervical spine due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Board has dismissed the claim of service connection for sleep apnea as it was granted in a prior rating decision, and thus there is no longer a justiciable case or controversy.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD and right leg circulation problems were not reopened due to lack of new and material evidence.,Claims for hearing loss, tinnitus, high blood pressure/hypertension, and heart attack/CAD were not reopened as there was no new and material evidence received.

The Veteran's right shoulder degenerative joint disease is rated at 30% and a separate rating of 20% for recurrent dislocation as of June 16, 2014 is granted.

The Board has granted service connection for achilles tendonitis, right lower extremity and chronic low back strain. The issues of entitlement to service connection for DJD, right shoulder and DJD, left shoulder have been remanded.

The Board denied service connection for a left shoulder disorder, finding that the current condition is not related to any in-service injury or illness.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claims for service connection for arthritis of the spine, back spasms, shoulder arthritis, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities. The claims are being remanded to further develop evidence related to these conditions.

The Board has determined that further development is required for the Veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for a right shoulder disability and entitlement to a temporary total disability evaluation based on hospital treatment, observation, or the need for convalescence following a surgical procedure of the right shoulder. The issues are being remanded due to inadequate opinions regarding whether the Veteran's current right shoulder disability is aggravated by her service-connected cervical spine disability or right arm radiculopathy.

The Board has remanded several claims for further development and consideration, including service connection for various injuries and disabilities. The Veteran's claims are related to his military service but require additional medical examinations and evidence.

The Veteran's service connection claims for a left shoulder disorder, right shoulder disorder, left hip disorder, right hip disorder, lumbar spine disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, and tinnitus have been reopened. The Board found the January 2007 VA examiner’s opinion more probative than the physician's opinion in determining that these conditions are less likely due to his active service.

The Veteran's right shoulder disability claim is remanded due to the need for a VA examination and additional evidence collection. The appeal will be reconsidered after these steps are completed.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings due to current shoulder, back, neck, and hip problems. The claims are being remanded for VA examinations.

The Board has found that further development is necessary regarding the Veteran's claim of service connection for a left knee disability due to in-service injury. The April 2013 VA examination was deemed inadequate as it did not properly address evidence of continuing symptoms since service.

The Veteran's GERD was granted service connection as it began during active service. The remaining issues on appeal are remanded for further examination and opinion.

Your appeals for service connection of left shoulder and neck disabilities have been dismissed as the appellant requested withdrawal of the appeal.