Sleep apnea decisions — 2023

The Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is granted as secondary to his service-connected left shoulder disability. Other claims for various conditions are remanded.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD with depression has been granted.,The Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea syndrome, low back disability, and bilateral pes planus have also been reopened.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for sleep apnea as secondary to his service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The decision resolves all reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The Board denied service connection for esophagus disability, lung disability (spots on lungs), headaches, and hypertension. Service connection was granted for sleep apnea pursuant to the PACT Act.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and sleep apnea, finding that there was no evidence of a current diagnosis or etiology linking these conditions to his military service or service-connected asthma.

The Veteran's cervical disability, OSA, and GERD have been granted service connection.,A 40% disability rating for the Veteran's lumbar disability has been restored effective December 28, 2016.

The Veteran's claims for service connection related to kidney problems, sleep apnea, and eye issues are remanded due to incomplete records and need for additional medical opinions.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to unresolved issues related to service connection, including exposure to environmental hazards during the Gulf War. The Veteran's mental health conditions and musculoskeletal disabilities are also under consideration.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the relationship between the Veteran's sleep apnea and his active service.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his representative, and the Board is dismissing all issues on appeal.

The Board denied service connection for lumbosacral spine disability, allergy to ibuprofen, digestive disorder, and sleep disorder (obstructive sleep apnea) as claimed due to an undiagnosed illness. The Veteran did not have these conditions during active service or experience continuous post-service disability.,Service treatment records showed no complaints of or treatment for lumbosacral spine disability, allergy to ibuprofen, digestive disorder, or sleep disorder (obstructive sleep apnea) at any time during active service.

The Board has determined that the remand is necessary to obtain a proper medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea disability and whether it is related to service or aggravated by his PTSD.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate opinions regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The examiner is asked to provide an opinion on whether the service-connected low back disability caused or aggravated obesity/weight gain, which in turn caused OSA. Additionally, the examiner should determine if there is a connection between the Veteran's TERA exposure and his OSA.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to inadequate opinions regarding the relationship between the Veteran's service-connected asthma and his claimed conditions, including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, sleep apnea, right knee condition, low back condition, and right shoulder condition. The VA is requested to obtain new opinions addressing these issues.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and the Board has determined that new evidence supports reopening of these claims. The mental health disorder claim is granted as it is related to his military service.

The Veteran's seborrheic dermatitis and rosacea have been granted an initial rating of 60 percent, but no higher. The condition affects more than 40 percent of the exposed area of her skin during periods of flare-ups.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea had its onset during his active service and granted service connection for this condition.

The appeal for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is dismissed. The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates and increased ratings for migraine headaches and tinnitus are remanded.

The Board has remanded the claims for a VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of the Veteran's current back disorder. The other issues remain denied as there is no persuasive evidence of a current disability or in-service injury.

The Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea and right mid back scar have been granted service connection. The Veteran is now receiving a 10 percent disability rating for his right mid back scar.