Shoulder Board decisions

The Board dismissed the claim for service connection of lumbar spine disability due to a full grant of benefits. The Veteran's left hip disabilities were rated appropriately, and no higher ratings are warranted based on flexion or thigh impairment.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on unemployability due to service-connected disabilities (TDIU) as his combined disability rating was not at least 70% and he did not meet the percentage requirements for consideration of a total evaluation under 38 C.F.R. § 4.16(a).

The Veteran's claims of service connection for back and right shoulder disabilities have been withdrawn. The Board has also remanded the claim for an initial increased rating in excess of 70 percent for persistent depressive disorder.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's left shoulder disorder and its relationship to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for neck disability, right shoulder disability, right arm disability, and right hand disability due to inadequate VA medical opinions in denying his claims. The case is now pending for further review.

The Board has granted service connection for a right ear hearing loss disability. The issues of service connection for carpal tunnel syndrome of the right wrist, right shoulder disability, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (including depression) are remanded due to insufficient medical opinions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right shoulder disorder and sleep apnea due to inadequate examination reports and missing medical records. The Veteran needs an addendum opinion regarding his pre-existing right shoulder injury.

The Board has remanded three issues: service connection for coronary artery disease, increased rating for osteoarthritis of the cervical spine, and increased rating for osteoarthritis of the right shoulder. Additional development is required to address outstanding VA treatment records, obtain Workman's Compensation records, and provide a VA opinion regarding the Veteran's heart claim.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a back disorder and shoulder disorder due to inadequate VA examinations. The Veteran is seeking service connection for these conditions based on his in-service duties as a combat medic and licensed practical nurse.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various disabilities, including right knee, left knee, right shoulder, right ear hearing loss, diabetes mellitus type II (diabetes), and bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy. The appeals are currently pending due to new evidence received that may support these claims.

The Veteran's migraines, cervical spine degenerative changes, thoracolumbar spine degenerative arthritis, left shoulder strain, right elbow epicondylitis, right knee patellofemoral syndrome, left knee patellofemoral pain syndrome, and right ankle strain have been granted higher initial disability ratings. The Veteran also received a 20 percent disability rating for left ankle degenerative changes, residual from left fibula fracture.

The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's left shoulder condition. A new opinion is needed from a clinician who can provide a more accurate assessment based on earlier treatment records.

The Board has granted service connection for sleep apnea as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected intervertebral disc syndrome, left lower extremity radiculopathy, PTSD, and left shoulder labral tear.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including painful motion of the cervical spine, right shoulder, left hip, right hip, left knee, right knee, left ankle, and right ankle associated with undiagnosed illness, have been granted effective April 23, 2007.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to deficiencies in prior VA opinions and the need to address the Veteran's contentions regarding the rigors of service.

The Veteran's lumbar muscle strain with radicular symptoms is now rated at 20 percent, effective from August 25, 2018. The left shoulder arthritis remains rated at 10 percent.

The Board dismissed all pending appeals due to the Veteran's withdrawal of his appeal.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including lumbar spine disability, sleep apnea, bilateral hip disorder, elbow disorder, shoulder disorder, hand disorder, and eye disorder (claimed as blindness), are remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for low back, neck, and right shoulder disabilities due to inadequate VA examination opinions and failure to obtain relevant treatment records.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for joint pain of the left shoulder, bilateral elbows, and hips, finding no direct or presumptive service connection due to lack of medical nexus.