Shoulder Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including back, lower extremities, shoulder, ankle, wrist, and knee conditions, have caused him to be in need of regular aid and attendance. The Board has granted SMC based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU prior to September 12, 2017 is being remanded due to the need for referral to the Director of Compensation Service under 38 C.F.R. § 4.16(b) based on evidence indicating she has been unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment since at least April 24, 2013.

The Board has granted service connection for a right knee condition and a right shoulder condition, finding that the Veteran's current diagnoses are linked to his military service.

The Veteran's right shoulder disability is now rated at 40% effective January 10, 2020.,Service connection for the left shoulder disability remains pending and requires further examination to determine its etiology.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for an increased rating in excess of 20 percent for his left shoulder condition, finding that the evidence does not support a higher evaluation based on limited range of motion.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection of a left shoulder disability, finding that there was no evidence to support the claim and that the current condition is not related to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for left shoulder and cervical spine disorders due to inadequate VA medical opinions. The case is returned to the Board for further development in compliance with the directives specified in the Joint Motion for Remand (JMR).

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for a right shoulder condition and a lower back condition, finding that new evidence supports reopening of these previously denied claims.

The Veteran's right shoulder disability is rated at 40 percent, effective from the date of the decision. The Veteran's PDD is rated at 70 percent, also effective from the date of the decision.

The Board has remanded the claims for left shoulder impingement syndrome, left elbow condition, bilateral knee conditions, and right knee arthritis due to incomplete VA examinations. The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder is denied as not related to service or a service-connected disability.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including bilateral shin splints, left leg disability, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) disability, abnormal heart / stress disorder, left knee disability, right knee disability, lumbar spine disability, and shoulder disabilities. The Board found that there was no evidence to support the Veteran's claims based on his service records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for left and right shoulder disabilities, as well as a right knee disability. The claims are being returned to the AOJ for further development.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for a right shoulder disability and a skin rash of the face are denied.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for a skin rash of the bilateral feet is remanded to obtain an examination.

The Veteran's appeal regarding a higher rating for his left shoulder disability is remanded due to the need for additional examination and evaluation.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss claim is denied as there is no current disability for VA purposes.,The Veteran's left ankle disability claim is denied as the evidence does not show marked limitation of motion.

The Board denied service connection for multiple thigh, shoulder, and elbow disabilities, as well as a left elbow scar, based on the lack of medical evidence linking these conditions to the Veteran's in-service injury.

The Board has granted service connection for chronic sinusitis with headaches, reactive airway disease, right foot hallux rigidus, right foot arthritis, bilateral hand degenerative arthritis, and bilateral shoulder tendonitis and arthritis as these conditions are related to the Veteran's military service.

The Board denied service connection for right shoulder rotator cuff tendonitis, finding no evidence of a current disability related to service.,The Board also denied service connection for degenerative arthritis of the spine, concluding that there was no evidence of a current disability related to service.

The Veteran's cause of death was not service-connected, and the criteria for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation under section 1318 were also not met.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for various disabilities, including bowel disability, neck disability, spinal curvature disability, shoulder disability, head tremors, and acquired psychiatric disability, all claimed as due to Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water exposure. The AOJ is instructed to obtain any outstanding medical records and provide notice with an opportunity to respond.