Sleep apnea Board decisions

The Board has determined that a remand is needed to obtain a VA nexus opinion regarding the Veteran's sleep disorder, specifically Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).

The Veteran's hypertension was not rated as compensable, as his diastolic pressure did not predominantly reach 100 or more.,SMC based on the need for regular aid and attendance is granted with an effective date of November 1, 2011.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and remanded the issue of service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, as secondary to PTSD. The decision is binding only with respect to the specific issues decided.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection of obstructive sleep apnea, claimed as secondary to his service-connected PTSD, is remanded due to insufficient medical opinions and the need for further development.

The Veteran's combined rating for the appeal period prior to April 16, 2023 is granted at a maximum of 100 percent.

The claim for an initial rating in excess of 20 percent for lumbar strain is being remanded due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error. The Veteran needs to be afforded another VA examination to assess the severity of his service-connected lumbar strain.

The Veteran's hypertension and sleep apnea are granted service connection as they are related to active service.

The Board has decided that the claims for service connection for fibromyalgia and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as secondary to fibromyalgia must be remanded due to duty-to-assist errors in the initial rating decision.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea, finding that it is secondary to his service-connected PTSD with alcohol abuse disorder and obesity.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) due to evidence in approximate balance regarding its onset during service.

The Board has decided to remand the claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM-II) due to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), as there were errors in the pre-decisional duty to assist and a need for further medical examination.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to errors in duty to assist, and requires a supplemental opinion from an appropriate VA examiner regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea.

The Board has granted service connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected PTSD, lumbar spine disability, and bilateral foot disabilities.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claim for a VA examination and opinion regarding whether his sleep apnea is caused by his service-connected back disability.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea began during service and is related to their insomnia, which was diagnosed in service. Therefore, the claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is granted.

The Board denied service connection for anxiety disorder and sleep apnea, finding no current diagnosed disabilities. The appeal for a rating in excess of 10 percent for tinnitus was also denied as a matter of law.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for sleep apnea was granted with an effective date of July 19, 2018. The decision is based on the continuous pursuit of his claim since July 19, 2018.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for GERD, sleep apnea, and irritable bowel syndrome are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions.,An effective date prior to July 11, 2019, for sinusitis and an earlier effective date prior to August 7, 2020, for PTSD have been denied.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to deficiencies in the VA examination and lack of consideration of relevant medical evidence. The Veteran's claim for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea will be reconsidered with additional medical evaluation.

The Board has denied service connection for obstructive sleep apnea as there is no evidence that it was incurred in or related to the Veteran's active military service.