Traumatic brain injury (TBI) Board decisions

The Board has dismissed all service connection claims and rating determinations due to the Veteran's withdrawal of his appeal.

The Veteran's PTSD with traumatic brain injury is rated at 50 percent, and the Board has determined that a higher rating is not warranted based on the evidence of record.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD with TBI was rated at 70% from September 1, 2022, to May 22, 2024. The VA increased the rating to 100%, effective May 23, 2024.

The Board granted an initial disability rating of 50 percent for the appellant's service-connected acquired psychiatric disorder and bilateral plantar fasciitis. The right knee disability was continued at a 10% rating, and the appeal regarding the eye disability is remanded.

The Veteran's anxiety disorder and TBI were combined into a single rating of 70% effective June 9, 2021. The AOJ found that the symptoms could not be differentiated.

The Veteran's initial 30 percent disability rating for posttraumatic headaches is granted, while his request for a higher rating for PTSD with TBI remains denied.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeals for PTSD and TBI service connection claims due to untimely filing of appeal requests.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to incomplete opinions and new evidence, including a VA examination that did not address whether the bilateral tinnitus was aggravated by the service-connected TBI.

The Veteran's claim for a higher level of SMC based on the need for regular aid and attendance due to TBI residuals is remanded as there is insufficient evidence regarding the need for higher-level care.

The Veteran is seeking a higher level of special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance due to TBI residuals. The Board has decided to remand this issue as there are conflicting findings regarding the severity of the service-connected TBI residuals.

The Veteran's left hand and right shoulder disabilities are granted as service-connected.,However, the right hand disability remains in dispute due to a lack of evidence addressing its onset during service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for traumatic brain injury, finding that there is no persuasive evidence of a current disability related to military service.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for a separate rating in excess of 70 percent for TBI, and the Board dismissed the appeal.

The Veteran's service connection for traumatic brain injury is granted, and he is awarded a higher level of SMC based on the need for aid and attendance due to his service-connected PTSD and additional disabilities.

The Board has denied an increased rating for right knee patellar tendinitis and has remanded the issue of service connection for a traumatic brain injury.

The Veteran's claim for a higher level of special monthly compensation (SMC) is remanded due to the need for an aid and attendance and housebound examination, as the record suggests he may be in need of regular care.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for major depressive disorder and traumatic brain injury, finding that there was no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.,There is no direct evidence showing a link between the Veteran's current psychiatric disorders or traumatic brain injuries and his time in active duty.

The Veteran's claims for an initial compensable disability rating for a head scar, service connection for right and left carpal tunnel syndrome are being remanded due to duty-to-assist errors. The Board will obtain VA examinations and medical opinions to address the relevant evidence.

The appeal for earlier effective dates for service connection and a 70% rating for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is dismissed. The appeal for an earlier effective date for TDIU is also dismissed.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss claim is denied as there is no current disability for VA purposes.,Service connection is granted for headaches secondary to service-connected traumatic brain injury (TBI).,Service connection is granted for left and right knee disabilities, with pain being the primary issue.,Service connection is denied for an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for right hip flexor strain.