Sinusitis decisions — 2023

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by the appellant, and thus no further action will be taken on these claims.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including low back disability and radiculopathy in both legs, render him unable to maintain substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for chronic sinusitis has been denied as his symptoms do not meet the criteria for a higher rating.,Service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II and bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the legs is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding exposure to herbicides or service connection on other grounds.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding service connection for recurrent sinus disability and folliculitis, as well as a compensable rating for a deformed right great toenail. Further VA examinations are needed.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities from August 8, 2011, through May 4, 2014, rendered him unable to secure and maintain substantially gainful employment.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate VA medical opinions regarding whether the Veteran has an upper respiratory disability separate from his service-connected deviated nasal septum. The Veteran is seeking service connection for chronic sinusitis and rhinitis.

The Board dismissed all the claims of entitlement as the appellant (through his authorized representative) requested to withdraw the appeal.

The Board has identified several issues for remand, including claims related to the Veteran's lumbar spine disability, right ankle disorder, sinusitis, and service connection for shoulder dislocation. The Veteran also requested a review of an August 2015 rating decision regarding her right shoulder condition.

The Veteran's sinusitis and PTSD have been granted service connection, with a 70 percent rating for PTSD.

The Veteran's initial ratings for scar, status post inguinal hernia and allergic rhinitis with deviated septum and sinusitis are denied. The Board finds a remand is necessary to obtain relevant treatment records and conduct an adequate VA examination.,Service connection for bilateral hearing loss and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol) is denied as the Veteran does not have these conditions for VA purposes.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions do not result in loss of use of one or both feet, which is a requirement for financial assistance for automobile or other conveyance and adaptive equipment. The Board denied the claim as there was no evidence that his service-connected disabilities resulted in such loss.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied due to lack of evidence linking his claimed conditions to active service or herbicide exposure. The Board also remanded several issues related to knee and hip disorders.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's left ankle disorder, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, lung disorder (to include bronchitis), and sleep apnea are not related to service. The case is remanded for further examination and opinion regarding these conditions.

The Board has denied service connection for left knee and left foot disorders, as well as initial compensable ratings for allergic rhinitis, right foot plantar fasciitis, and posttraumatic stress disorder. The Veteran's claims for obstructive sleep apnea, sinusitis, left ankle arthritis, and rosacea are remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for ARDS is denied as he does not have a current diagnosis of ARDS. The cases involving left knee, right knee, nasal disorder, sinusitis, and pulmonary disorder are remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions regarding potential service connection.

The Board has remanded the case due to uncertainty regarding whether the Veteran's service-connected disabilities prevent him from being able to perform daily activities and if he requires regular aid and attendance.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to October 4, 2022, finding that his service-connected disabilities did not preclude him from obtaining or maintaining substantial gainful employment.

The Board has denied the appellant's claims for service connection for sinusitis and migraines, finding that there is no evidence to support a link between these conditions and her military service.

The Veteran's service-connected migraines and other conditions do not meet the schedular requirements for a TDIU, but may warrant an extraschedular rating based on his unemployability due to these disabilities. The case is remanded for referral to the Director of Compensation and Pension Service.

The Board has denied service connection for sleep apnea and granted service connection for sinusitis. Bilateral hearing loss remains remanded.