Sleep apnea Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for a higher evaluation of PTSD and service connection for sleep apnea was denied. The Board found that the current level of disability did not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent for PTSD, as his symptoms were consistent with a 30 percent rating.

The Veteran's claims have been remanded due to the need for additional development and examination. The appeals are related to his PTSD, bilateral shoulder disabilities, and back disability.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claim for earlier effective date of October 5, 1994 for bilateral hip disability is denied. The issues of service connection for low back disability and obstructive sleep apnea are remanded due to missing medical records.

The Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is being remanded for further examination and opinion as the initial VA examiner did not adequately address the Veteran's lay statements regarding onset of symptoms during service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a sleep disorder to include sleep apnea as there is no current diagnosis of such disability.

The Veteran's service connection for chronic pain syndrome is granted. The Board has also remanded the issues of a higher rating for other specified trauma and stressor related disorders, a compensable rating for right ear hearing loss, and service connection for sleep apnea as secondary to CFS or chronic pain syndrome.

The Veteran's left knee disability was rated at 30 percent prior to December 4, 2018 due to limitation of motion. A higher rating is denied.,The Veteran's lumbar spine disability has been rated at 20 percent since May 1, 2011.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's sleep apnea, finding it is secondary to his service-connected asthma.

The Board has decided to remand the case for further examination and opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea, specifically whether it is related to his service in Southwest Asia and exposure to jet fuels.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development of the record.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and readjudication, including consideration of issues related to service connection and aid and attendance allowance. The claim for special monthly compensation at the aid and attendance level remains pending.

The Board has determined that there is at least as likely a chance that the Veteran's Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is secondary to his service-connected Bronchial Asthma, and thus grants service connection for OSA.

The Board has granted service connection for sleep apnea, finding that the Veteran's obesity and history of asthma during active duty are sufficient to establish a direct link between his current condition and military service.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for additional medical records and an addendum opinion from a VA examiner regarding whether the Veteran's sleep apnea is caused by or aggravated by his service-connected anxiety disorder.

The Board has remanded the issue of a separate, compensable rating for headaches associated with service-connected hypertension due to insufficient examination reports addressing the frequency and severity of the Veteran's headaches.

The Board has granted service connection for sleep apnea, finding that the Veteran's current condition is at least as likely as not related to his active duty service.

The Board has granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and folliculitis, finding that both conditions began during the Veteran's deployment to Iraq.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus due to outstanding medical records from VA facilities in Jackson and Natchez, Mississippi. The Board also ordered an updated VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of the Veteran’s bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development and medical opinions regarding his service-connected conditions, including migraine headaches, glaucoma, sleep apnea, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), sexual dysfunction, PTSD, and chronic pancreatitis.

The Veteran's appeal of the increased rating for tinnitus is dismissed.,The Veteran’s claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, an acquired psychiatric disorder (including major depressive disorder and PTSD), a neck condition, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), right shoulder condition, left shoulder condition, right arm condition, hypertension, low back condition, and bilateral foot condition are remanded.,The Veteran wishes to withdraw his appeal of the increased rating for tinnitus. The claim is dismissed.