Sleep apnea decisions — 2024

The Board has granted service connection for migraine headaches, obstructive sleep apnea, and bilateral restless leg syndrome as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The Veteran's appeals for increased evaluations of his service-connected lumbosacral muscle strain with intervertebral disc syndrome and right lower extremity sciatic nerve radiculopathy, as well as his claim for TDIU, have been dismissed due to the Veteran's death.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder and sleep apnea, finding no evidence of current disabilities within close proximity to his filing date.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for sleep apnea, which may be related to his service-connected depressive disorder, is being remanded due to a lack of a current diagnosis and the need for further examination.

The Board has remanded the case due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error and an unclear claim intertwining with another service-connected condition.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) as secondary to his service-connected left ankle and knee disorders.

The Board denied an effective date prior to July 6, 2018 for the award of service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as the Veteran did not file a formal or informal claim for OSA prior to her July 6, 2018 supplemental claim.

The Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is rated at 30 percent prior to September 23, 2021 and denied for a higher rating thereafter.

The Board has denied service connection for sleep apnea and remanded the claims of service connection for an acquired psychiatric condition (including anxiety and depression) and residuals of a left foot fracture.

The Board has determined that an adequate examination is needed to determine the relationship between the Veteran's sleep apnea and his service, as well as any other relevant factors. The remand will allow for a thorough evaluation of these issues.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to correct a pre-decisional duty to assist error, specifically regarding the causation and aggravation of the Veteran's Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) by his service-connected PTSD and other disabilities.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for sleep apnea, including as secondary to PTSD. The evidence did not support a finding of a nexus between an in-service event and the Veteran's current sleep apnea.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service connection claim for sleep apnea should be remanded due to a potential toxic exposure risk activity (TERA) involving TCE at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. The PACT Act requires VA to provide an examination and opinion regarding the relationship between the claimed disability and the TERA.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a lack of consideration for direct service connection and the need for an addendum opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea.

The Veteran's right knee incomplete ligament tear and strain with degenerative arthritis post ACL reconstruction are currently rated at 10 percent each, which is the maximum rating available under VA regulations.,The Veteran's left knee strain and lumbosacral strain are also rated at 10 percent each.

The Veteran's PTSD with alcohol use disorder and cannabis use was granted an initial evaluation of 70 percent. Other service connection claims were denied or remanded.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD and any acquired psychiatric disorder, a cardiovascular condition (heart trouble), sleep apnea, and vertigo are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations.,Specifically, the Board is seeking clarification on whether there is a relationship between the Veteran's current cardiovascular conditions and her service.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder and obstructive sleep apnea, finding no evidence of a current disability related to service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's sleep apnea (OSA) is secondary to his service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The claim for direct service connection of OSA is not addressed as it was remanded. Further medical opinion is needed to determine if there is a link between PTSD and OSA.

The Board denied service connection for irritable bowel syndrome and sleep apnea as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder, with obesity as an intermediate step.,Both conditions were found not to be present in the current time.